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LG03 LLN

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,393 mi
Last recorded191,393 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 LLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 191,393 miles

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

Front engine leaking oil

Pass 30 Jun 2016 182,494 miles

Oil leak engine weeping oil ()

Pass 25 Jun 2015 172,548 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 172,548 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 161,860 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 147,194 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 133,956 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 120,035 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 120,035 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 103,946 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 86,830 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 71,984 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 71,984 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 58,942 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 52,901 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 LLN is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LLN, 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 LG03 LLN registered?

LG03 LLN is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LG03 LLN safe to buy?

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