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LG03 LHD

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,698 mi
Last recorded162,698 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 LHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 May 2019 162,698 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to inspect the wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle brake making noise when operating brakes in rollers (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive under side of engine several oil leaks not dripping on floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering bottle weeping (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 157,131 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 150,256 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 150,256 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2016 141,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre pressure low, I have pumped up for now

Pass 2 Mar 2015 129,116 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 122,299 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 115,308 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 107,931 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 100,659 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 100,659 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 93,826 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 81,241 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 69,716 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 58,992 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 44,262 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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LG03 LHD is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LG03 LHD, 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.

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What year was LG03 LHD registered?

LG03 LHD is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is LG03 LHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 LHD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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