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BK03 KFA

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,938 mi
Last recorded142,938 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 KFA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 142,938 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 142,925 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak bump stop rubber unservicable (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 139,329 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear seats not fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 134,659 miles

rattle from prop shaft

undertrays damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2016 126,114 miles

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

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

Rear rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 17 Aug 2016 126,024 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joints rusted through (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Aug 2015 114,930 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Aug 2015 114,930 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2014 99,515 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 98,134 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 92,306 miles

exhaust bracket getting corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2012 84,939 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 74,367 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2011 74,367 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 70,200 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 63,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

engine covers fitted

o/s steering rack slight noise

under body covers fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2008 53,769 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 43,775 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 33,160 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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BK03 KFA is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey 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 BK03 KFA, 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 BK03 KFA registered?

BK03 KFA is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BK03 KFA safe to buy?

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