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OV03 ZZN

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

194,023 mi
Last recorded194,023 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 ZZN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 194,023 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 181,012 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/front bumper scratched

Fail 28 Aug 2014 181,012 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/front bumper scratched

Pass 31 Aug 2013 165,842 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 155,985 miles

seriously damaged marker dvla

Pass 4 Jul 2011 144,449 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 136,066 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 136,066 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 116,629 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 107,108 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 69,538 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 36,856 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 36,359 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 ZZN 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 84.6%.

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 ZZN, 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 OV03 ZZN?

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What year was OV03 ZZN registered?

OV03 ZZN is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is OV03 ZZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 ZZN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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