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LN03 XGK

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,401 mi
Last recorded135,401 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XGK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 135,401 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 111,869 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Offside Front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Fail 21 Feb 2017 111,869 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Offside Front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2016 107,104 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 107,104 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 101,707 miles

nearswide front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Fail 25 Feb 2015 101,707 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearswide front tyre has cracks on sidewall

Pass 20 Feb 2014 96,314 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 89,777 miles

WRONG VEHICLE DETAILS ENTERED RELOG ON TO CHANGE

Pass 13 Mar 2013 89,776 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 69,587 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 56,155 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 42,593 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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LN03 XGK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LN03 XGK, 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 LN03 XGK registered?

LN03 XGK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LN03 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN03 XGK have outstanding finance?

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