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LC53 FZX

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

178,776 mi
Last recorded178,776 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 FZX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 178,776 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 154,091 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 130,049 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake travel

Pass 7 Jun 2018 101,961 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 101,809 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached front most (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Jun 2017 91,636 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 90,924 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2015 87,224 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 83,297 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 83,297 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 77,904 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 21 Nov 2012 74,248 miles

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

n/s rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

Pass 23 Nov 2011 67,993 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 59,568 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 48,836 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 43,887 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 37,566 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 29,588 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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LC53 FZX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC53 FZX, 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 LC53 FZX registered?

LC53 FZX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LC53 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 FZX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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