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SH03 OWU

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,399 mi
Last recorded79,399 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2007
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 OWU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2007 79,399 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust center mount has been hit and is bent only just holding exhaust

front pads almost on sensor and discs are worn

hand brake is high

washer jet aim poor and wipers smear screen

Pass 22 May 2006 57,527 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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SH03 OWU is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 SH03 OWU, 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 SH03 OWU?

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What year was SH03 OWU registered?

SH03 OWU is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is SH03 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 OWU shows 2 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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