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LJ03 UVN

2003 BMW 540

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,215 mi
Last recorded32,215 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 54092,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UVN
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 32,215 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 32,128 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 32,081 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 32,007 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 32,007 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 31,436 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 31,054 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 29,846 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 29,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear diff oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2014 29,823 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,781 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 29,003 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 20 Mar 2012 28,997 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 13 Apr 2011 25,607 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 19,862 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 12,632 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

slight side wall damage to n/s front tyre

Pass 21 Dec 2007 11,041 miles

front and rear brake discs rusted

Pass 28 Nov 2006 8,774 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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LJ03 UVN is a 2003 BMW 540 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 92,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ03 UVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ03 UVN?

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What year was LJ03 UVN registered?

LJ03 UVN is a 2003 BMW 540, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is LJ03 UVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 UVN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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