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LM03 MXV

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

171,163 mi
Last recorded171,163 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 MXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 171,163 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2017 171,163 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 168,503 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 161,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 156,402 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 149,955 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

no emmisions reading

Pass 28 Apr 2012 141,817 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 135,768 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 122,621 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 110,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 107,419 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 107,419 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 72,312 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 52,747 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 52,529 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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LM03 MXV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LM03 MXV, 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 LM03 MXV registered?

LM03 MXV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is LM03 MXV safe to buy?

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