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KC03 YFA

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,199 mi
Last recorded156,199 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 YFA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 156,199 miles

fuel pipe corroded

Pass 26 May 2015 146,968 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2014 141,219 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 138,168 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 138,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 131,392 miles

covers under vehicle

rear pads wewaring low

Pass 31 May 2011 121,371 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 112,553 miles

unable to check under vehicle components properly due to covers

wipers smearing will need to be changed soon

Pass 1 Jun 2009 104,154 miles

brake pedal slighly spongy

covers under car unable to check components properley

front discs slightly worn

slight lift in both front ball joints

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 30 May 2008 97,507 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 89,903 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 77,790 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 77,790 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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KC03 YFA is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KC03 YFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KC03 YFA registered?

KC03 YFA is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is KC03 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC03 YFA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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