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LL03 UVV

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,065 mi
Last recorded123,065 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 UVV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Feb 2015 123,065 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front slight damage to bumper/ wing

Pass 20 Feb 2015 123,065 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front slight damage to bumper/ wing

Pass 26 Nov 2014 119,597 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 116,860 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 12 Aug 2013 116,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 16 Jul 2012 107,641 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 98,642 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 98,390 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear and nearside rear brake discs scored and corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2010 81,705 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 70,575 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 59,947 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 41,744 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 38,234 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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LL03 UVV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LL03 UVV, 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 LL03 UVV registered?

LL03 UVV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is LL03 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL03 UVV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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