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LD03 LYT

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,810 mi
Last recorded142,810 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 LYT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 142,810 miles

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 15 Jun 2015 131,963 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 131,951 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 115,811 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 101,221 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2013 100,938 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 74,041 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 61,940 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 48,125 miles

N/S/REAR PARK BRAKE EFFORT LOW

N/S/REAR TYRE 4MM

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2008 31,220 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 24,177 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 24,167 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 22 May 2006 15,896 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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LD03 LYT is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LD03 LYT, 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 LD03 LYT?

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What year was LD03 LYT registered?

LD03 LYT is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is LD03 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 LYT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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