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WF03 BXX

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

154,443 mi
Last recorded154,443 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 BXX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 154,443 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 154,443 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 149,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 149,566 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 143,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 137,408 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 131,747 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 131,747 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 126,179 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 126,175 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 28 May 2014 120,094 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 113,245 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 104,902 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 88,831 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 788,117 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 68,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 60,150 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 50,663 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 50,663 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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WF03 BXX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 WF03 BXX, 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 WF03 BXX registered?

WF03 BXX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is WF03 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF03 BXX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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