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R10 OLG

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,037 mi
Last recorded76,037 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 OLG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2023 76,037 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 74,971 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 72,995 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 70,599 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 67,704 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 63,960 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 58,911 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 54,332 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 49,489 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 45,189 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 41,008 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 36,754 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 33,121 miles

both front discs corroded on inner faces

oil leak around gearbox sump

Pass 6 Sep 2010 29,020 miles

Both front brake discs, inner edges worn.

Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,087 miles

all 4 tyres treads showing signs of cracking

bonnet safty catch sticking

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 19,841 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 15,398 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 9,017 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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R10 OLG is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R10 OLG, 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 R10 OLG?

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What year was R10 OLG registered?

R10 OLG is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is R10 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R10 OLG shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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