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YP03 SNK

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

153,179 mi
Last recorded153,179 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 SNK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 153,179 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 142,865 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 132,330 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 118,767 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 105,012 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 89,956 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 78,738 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 78,738 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 68,389 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 58,534 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,350 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 43,748 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 34,228 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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YP03 SNK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YP03 SNK, 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 YP03 SNK registered?

YP03 SNK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is YP03 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP03 SNK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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