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YF03 VTK

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

192,545 mi
Last recorded192,545 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 VTK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 192,545 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

major oil leak, leaking on to top of the steering rack.

Fail 16 Jul 2014 192,520 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

major oil leak, leaking on to top of the steering rack.

Pass 24 Jul 2013 173,681 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 151,245 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 125,836 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 118,763 miles

Front and rear brake discs in poor condition

Nearside 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)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 98,390 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 81,049 miles

Both front tyres worn close to limit on both edges rear two close on inside edges

Fail 12 Jul 2008 81,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both front tyres worn close to limit on both edges rear two close on inside edges

Pass 13 Jul 2007 73,645 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 73,645 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 68,074 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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YF03 VTK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YF03 VTK, 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 YF03 VTK registered?

YF03 VTK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is YF03 VTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 VTK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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