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PF03 BZP

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

122,368 mi
Last recorded122,368 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF03 BZP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 122,368 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear line (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear line (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 119,951 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear line (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear line (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 116,886 miles

Front exhaust leak evident

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear brake pipe corrosion evident

Rear indicators discoloured

Fail 15 Feb 2024 116,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low & unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front exhaust leak evident

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear brake pipe corrosion evident

Rear indicators discoloured

Pass 11 Feb 2023 113,723 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 110,116 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear x2 rear steel brake pipes advanced corrosion evident

Pass 1 Mar 2021 108,535 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

low hand brake efficiency,both rear indicators discolouring evident,wipers worn,osr steel brake pipe & front to rear fuel pipes corrosion evident,

Pass 12 Feb 2020 106,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid tread evident (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid tread evident (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 100,187 miles

Front wear evident in torque reaction arm bushes both sides

all brake flexi hoses perishing evident

Fail 1 Mar 2019 100,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front wear evident in torque reaction arm bushes both sides

all brake flexi hoses perishing evident

Pass 28 Feb 2018 91,374 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 91,132 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (dog leg arm) (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (dog leg arm) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 83,445 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 77,469 miles

front inner brake pads appear low ....

o/s/f tyre worn edges .......

Pass 26 Feb 2015 73,023 miles

front inner brake pads appear low .......

play in n/s/r anti roll bar link .......

Fail 26 Feb 2015 73,023 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres on legal limit .......

front inner brake pads appear low .......

play in n/s/r anti roll bar link .......

Pass 20 Feb 2014 66,980 miles

play in n/s/r anti roll bar link .......

rear brake pads low .........

Pass 5 Feb 2013 59,342 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 52,156 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 46,108 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 39,620 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 33,719 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 28,411 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,111 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 11,438 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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PF03 BZP is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 PF03 BZP, 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 PF03 BZP registered?

PF03 BZP is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is PF03 BZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF03 BZP shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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