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LG03 ZPX

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

129,524 mi
Last recorded129,524 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 129,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 123,399 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 121,656 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 117,435 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2021 117,434 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 117,420 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2018 117,034 miles

Offside reverse lamp not working

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 117,033 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside reverse lamp not working

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 116,559 miles

Oil leak ()

engine cover and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 28 Oct 2016 115,687 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 114,283 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2014 112,281 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2014 112,281 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2013 109,327 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 104,890 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 97,214 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 88,568 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on outer edge

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 11 Feb 2009 80,131 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)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 80,128 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Fail 12 Feb 2008 70,718 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside and offside front tyres worn on outside edge

Pass 12 Feb 2008 70,718 miles

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

nearside and offside front tyres worn on outside edge

Pass 23 Jan 2007 59,158 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 59,158 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 44,407 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 44,407 miles

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

Dampness around rear diff

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 ZPX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZPX, 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 LG03 ZPX?

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What year was LG03 ZPX registered?

LG03 ZPX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is LG03 ZPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 ZPX shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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