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RL03 UWR

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

166,014 mi
Last recorded166,014 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 UWR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 166,014 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 155,122 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 155,121 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 May 2020 154,151 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 147,925 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 136,985 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 122,318 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 107,345 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 86,588 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 78,578 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 68,996 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 61,839 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 51,228 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 44,544 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 36,569 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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RL03 UWR is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RL03 UWR, 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.

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What year was RL03 UWR registered?

RL03 UWR is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is RL03 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL03 UWR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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