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LD53 ZBV

2003 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,051 mi
Last recorded149,051 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 ZBV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 149,051 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 May 2017 132,815 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 132,815 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 116,075 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front lower front (2.4.G.2)

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

both front anti-roll bar links and bushes,slight play

Pass 19 Mar 2015 104,404 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 97,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 97,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 89,198 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 81,127 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 73,011 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 63,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

damage to offside rear wheel causing sharp edge

Pass 9 Mar 2009 52,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

spare wheel missing

Pass 17 Mar 2008 44,155 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 35,060 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 32,029 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 32,028 miles

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

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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LD53 ZBV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LD53 ZBV, 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 LD53 ZBV registered?

LD53 ZBV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LD53 ZBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 ZBV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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