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DK53 LRE

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,234 mi
Last recorded164,234 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 LRE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 164,234 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all underside suspension components rusty

Pass 21 May 2024 162,177 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 160,910 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 29 Jul 2021 154,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 146,979 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 140,496 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 135,126 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 135,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 134,361 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Front pipe broken from turbo (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 116,478 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 96,159 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 74,623 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 70,107 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 65,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 65,381 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 60,517 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 60,517 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 55,463 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 49,749 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 43,221 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)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 33,744 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 24,910 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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DK53 LRE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DK53 LRE, 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 DK53 LRE registered?

DK53 LRE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is DK53 LRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 LRE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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