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OV03 ZZM

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

193,072 mi
Last recorded193,072 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 ZZM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 193,072 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 193,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 189,941 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

nearside parking brake efficiency requirements

Pass 21 Sep 2017 182,574 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 178,384 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 5 Oct 2015 168,401 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2015 168,401 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 159,946 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 151,575 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 143,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 135,145 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 124,271 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 112,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 98,655 miles

Both Rear tyres slightly split in tread

Both front tyres slightly split in tread

Oil on undertray

Parking brake requires attention

Stone chip in screen

Fail 8 Oct 2008 98,470 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Both Rear tyres slightly split in tread

Both front tyres slightly split in tread

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil on undertray

Parking brake requires attention

Stone chip in screen

Pass 10 Oct 2007 83,214 miles

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

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

front flexi exhaust pipes 2

Fail 10 Oct 2007 83,214 miles

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

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

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

front flexi exhaust pipes 2

Pass 6 Oct 2006 62,951 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 42,630 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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OV03 ZZM is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OV03 ZZM, 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 OV03 ZZM registered?

OV03 ZZM is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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