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RP03 SWP

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

132,729 mi
Last recorded132,729 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRP03 SWP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 132,729 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 125,277 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 116,587 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 108,030 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 101,331 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 94,347 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 86,350 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 78,207 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 70,371 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 61,115 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 57,711 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

High Level Brake Light Not Working

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2014 57,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

High Level Brake Light Not Working

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 53,098 miles

Nearside front tyre tread cracked.

Nearside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

Nearside rear tyre tread cracked.

Nearside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside front tyre tread cracked.

Offside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall cut.

Offside rear tyre tread cracked.

Offside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

Pass 26 Jul 2012 49,463 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside front tyre outer sidewall cut.

Offside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

Pass 25 Jul 2011 45,461 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 45,461 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 40,618 miles

Airbag light on.

Offside front tyre sidewall cut.

Rear diff oil leak.

Pass 13 Jul 2009 35,328 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 35,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,011 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 25,338 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 25,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 19,263 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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RP03 SWP is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RP03 SWP, 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 RP03 SWP registered?

RP03 SWP is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is RP03 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RP03 SWP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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