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SV03 XVB

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

128,108 mi
Last recorded128,108 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 XVB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 128,108 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 128,108 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 124,326 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked in tread area

Oil leak severe ()

Fail 27 Mar 2017 124,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front tyre cracked in tread area

Oil leak severe ()

Pass 16 Mar 2016 122,036 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Mar 2016 122,036 miles

Offside 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)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 119,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 115,827 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Mar 2014 115,827 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2013 112,892 miles

Airbag warning light on

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 112,892 miles

Airbag warning light on

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 110,125 miles

Oil leak

air bag warning light on

n/s/r registration plate bulb holder slightly loose

rear exhaust box heat shield loose

Pass 18 Mar 2011 105,759 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 105,759 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 102,355 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking on outer tread edges

Pass 18 Mar 2010 102,355 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking on outer tread edges

Pass 11 Mar 2009 100,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2008 98,464 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 96,339 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 94,467 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 94,456 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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SV03 XVB is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV03 XVB, 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 SV03 XVB registered?

SV03 XVB is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SV03 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV03 XVB shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV03 XVB have outstanding finance?

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