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PM03 EBN

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,579 mi
Last recorded37,579 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM03 EBN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 37,579 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 36,498 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 20,274 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 20,081 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front both sides McPherson strut bump stop detoriated

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive between engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 17,070 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 27,321 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,953 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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PM03 EBN is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PM03 EBN, 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 PM03 EBN registered?

PM03 EBN is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is PM03 EBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM03 EBN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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