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KR03 GLK

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,843 mi
Last recorded109,843 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 GLK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 109,843 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall and tyre 21 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 107,973 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Sections (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner Sidewall Split & 20 Years Old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 106,150 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner Sidewall Crack/Splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 103,717 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2021 103,717 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2006 47,460 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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KR03 GLK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KR03 GLK, 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

How do I check the history of KR03 GLK?

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What year was KR03 GLK registered?

KR03 GLK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is KR03 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR03 GLK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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