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YV03 XJU

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

183,604 mi
Last recorded183,604 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XJU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 183,604 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both brake reaction bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front both headlamps deteriorated. Image ok

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both just over wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 177,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit feathered on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 170,110 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both just over wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 169,983 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both just over wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 161,777 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake efficiency low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 153,044 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 145,294 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2013 129,794 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2012 115,207 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 101,328 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 86,701 miles

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

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 9 May 2009 73,804 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 65,058 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 56,278 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 32,323 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 31,642 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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YV03 XJU is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YV03 XJU, 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 YV03 XJU registered?

YV03 XJU is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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