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LR03 GZU

2003 BMW 540

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,941 mi
Last recorded112,941 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 54092,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 GZU
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 112,941 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 109,065 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 99,019 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 85,322 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 68,582 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 62,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 52,171 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 43,731 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 32,997 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,270 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 25,269 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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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LR03 GZU is a 2003 BMW 540 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LR03 GZU, 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 LR03 GZU?

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What year was LR03 GZU registered?

LR03 GZU is a 2003 BMW 540, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is LR03 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 GZU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR03 GZU have outstanding finance?

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