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NY03 FUW

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

214,959 mi
Last recorded214,959 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY03 FUW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 214,959 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 18 Feb 2022 214,889 miles

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 10 Feb 2021 200,196 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 200,133 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn most outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 193,705 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 182,371 miles

diff casing corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2019 182,371 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

diff casing corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2018 171,269 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 157,770 miles

Offside Front tyre feathering on inner edge

heatshield loose

Pass 13 Jan 2016 145,767 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 134,272 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2014 123,435 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 113,622 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 102,947 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 102,947 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 92,696 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 82,147 miles

forward exhaust bracket corroded

tread on n/s/f,n/s/r and o/s/r tyres slightly mishapen

Pass 15 Jan 2009 68,194 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 58,082 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 52,326 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,115 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 43,115 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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NY03 FUW is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NY03 FUW, 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 NY03 FUW registered?

NY03 FUW is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is NY03 FUW safe to buy?

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