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LR03 EFM

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

199,352 mi
Last recorded199,352 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 EFM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 199,352 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 31 May 2017 190,700 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

hand brake travel high

Pass 14 May 2016 187,526 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 171,059 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 171,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2014 168,086 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 167,095 miles

both front tyres 2-3 mm

Pass 26 May 2012 162,285 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 158,801 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 142,460 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 131,795 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 125,609 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 105,066 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 90,443 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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LR03 EFM is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LR03 EFM, 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 LR03 EFM registered?

LR03 EFM is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is LR03 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 EFM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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