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SW03 HXJ

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

181,963 mi
Last recorded181,963 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 HXJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2016 181,963 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded brake outer pipe front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe inner front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside outer sill has corrosion spots

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear back arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer sill has corrosion spots

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear disc corroded

fuel pipes corroded under Neath car

fuel pump area damp , possible oil weeping down

light corrosion at rear sub frame mounting points

Pass 19 Sep 2015 161,552 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 151,934 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 139,930 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 139,927 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 125,451 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 110,152 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 94,092 miles

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

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

advise exhaust system blowing

Pass 25 Sep 2009 81,779 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 81,779 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 66,616 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 54,655 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 37,273 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 35,056 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 35,056 miles

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

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

free play at parking brake lever, possible adjustment required

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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SW03 HXJ 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 73.3%.

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 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 SW03 HXJ, 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 SW03 HXJ registered?

SW03 HXJ is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is SW03 HXJ safe to buy?

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