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MM03 HYK

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,965 mi
Last recorded102,965 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM03 HYK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 102,965 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 101,037 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2013 95,730 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 90,951 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 90,951 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear 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 14 Jul 2011 84,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 77,622 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2010 77,622 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 74,393 miles

ADVISE front tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 Jul 2008 69,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 62,479 miles

advise both front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 24 Jul 2006 54,085 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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MM03 HYK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MM03 HYK, 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 MM03 HYK?

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What year was MM03 HYK registered?

MM03 HYK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is MM03 HYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM03 HYK shows 12 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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