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L60 CHD

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,040 mi
Last recorded58,040 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL60 CHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 58,040 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 52,425 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 50,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 47,303 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 43,242 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,415 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 36,758 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 35,466 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,947 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 32,508 miles

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

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 7 Oct 2016 28,581 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 25,841 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 20,893 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,915 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 18,449 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 16,468 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,698 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,989 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 10,258 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 10,258 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 8,853 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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L60 CHD is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 L60 CHD, 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

How do I check the history of L60 CHD?

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What year was L60 CHD registered?

L60 CHD is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is L60 CHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L60 CHD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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