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OW03 JKX

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,969 mi
Last recorded92,969 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 JKX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 92,969 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 92,164 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 94,142 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 75,371 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 96,537 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 15 Jan 2009 84,891 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

beam deflector not fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2009 84,891 miles

beam deflector not fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2007 75,488 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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OW03 JKX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OW03 JKX, 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 OW03 JKX registered?

OW03 JKX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is OW03 JKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW03 JKX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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