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YK03 RMV

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

211,878 mi
Last recorded211,878 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 RMV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2023 211,878 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides, outer sills in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper dust cover starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

horn poor

Pass 23 Nov 2022 203,585 miles

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

Nearside handbrake performance low (90)

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

filler in n/s rear inner sill

Pass 25 Nov 2021 194,284 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on edges

Nearside Hand brake performance low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 186,680 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 186,651 miles

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sills by jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 179,556 miles

Offside Rear handbrake reading lower than expected

Pass 21 Sep 2018 171,949 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 165,791 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 157,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 146,419 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat n/s/r

n/s/r brake pads low

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

wiper blades smeary

Fail 20 Aug 2015 146,126 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat n/s/r

n/s/r brake pads low

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

wiper blades smeary

Pass 23 Aug 2014 134,574 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside & offside front tyres worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2013 120,386 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 109,008 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 103,990 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2011 96,164 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 96,164 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 82,048 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 71,432 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 60,143 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 47,681 miles

both rear tyres worn smooth on very inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2006 35,624 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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YK03 RMV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YK03 RMV, 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 YK03 RMV registered?

YK03 RMV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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