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NC03 NXR

2003 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,551 mi
Last recorded155,551 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 NXR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2012 155,551 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 154,457 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 154,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 149,165 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 141,647 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 141,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2007 118,220 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 92,840 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)

slight play in o/s/r and n/s/r drop links

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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NC03 NXR is a 2003 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NC03 NXR, 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 NC03 NXR?

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What year was NC03 NXR registered?

NC03 NXR is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is NC03 NXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC03 NXR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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