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KD53 FGK

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,852 mi
Last recorded81,852 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 FGK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 81,852 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 81,852 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 75,341 miles

oil leack

Fail 19 Mar 2016 75,176 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

oil leack

Pass 20 Mar 2015 68,688 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 68,462 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 60,544 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 56,622 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 51,501 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 46,686 miles

chip in windscreen

Fail 3 Mar 2009 44,364 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 44,364 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 40,649 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 36,624 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 35,991 miles

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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KD53 FGK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KD53 FGK, 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 KD53 FGK registered?

KD53 FGK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is KD53 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD53 FGK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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