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LM03 MYH

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,157 mi
Last recorded98,157 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 MYH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 98,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 84,930 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 78,128 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 68,219 miles

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

handbrake performance on limits

Pass 1 May 2015 53,688 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 47,007 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 44,627 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 41,145 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 41,145 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 38,230 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 33,120 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 28,770 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 24,369 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 19,807 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 15,611 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 MYH is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MYH, 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 MYH registered?

LM03 MYH is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is LM03 MYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 MYH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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