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KV03 WGU

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

201,678 mi
Last recorded201,678 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 WGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 201,678 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 194,542 miles

Front Propshaft rubber coupling worn

Pass 12 Aug 2014 186,824 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 186,824 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 183,364 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2013 183,362 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 173,101 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 173,100 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 162,657 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 152,937 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 137,014 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 118,846 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 79,483 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2006 46,246 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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KV03 WGU is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KV03 WGU, 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 KV03 WGU registered?

KV03 WGU is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is KV03 WGU safe to buy?

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