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RF03 XDU

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

191,700 mi
Last recorded191,700 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 XDU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 191,700 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2019 185,029 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 177,813 miles

F/discs worn

N/S/R tyre tread worn (more on inner) and sidewall perished

R/pads and discs worn

Slight oil leaks

Pass 2 Aug 2017 170,134 miles

Front and rear discs worn/corroded

N/S/R tyre worn/sidewall perished

Oil leaks

Pass 25 Aug 2016 161,205 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 153,705 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 153,705 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 146,931 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 140,248 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 129,833 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 117,447 miles

All discs worn and ridged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 102,778 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 96,003 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 88,364 miles

belly pan fitted

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear anti-roll dar drop link slifgt movement

offside rear tyre tread low 3mm

outer sills covered

rear footbrake slight vibration

Pass 10 Aug 2007 79,697 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 69,697 miles

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

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

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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RF03 XDU is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RF03 XDU, 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 RF03 XDU registered?

RF03 XDU is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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