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LS03 KUW

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,731 mi
Last recorded118,731 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 KUW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 118,731 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strongly advise to change (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded strongly advise to change ()

Nearside Front droplink has a slight kink

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect strongly advise to change (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear differential oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2020 118,729 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strongly advise to change (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded strongly advise to change ()

Nearside Front droplink has a slight kink

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect strongly advise to change (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear differential oil leak

Pass 30 May 2019 113,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear coil springs corroded

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

front wipers smear

Pass 4 May 2018 108,866 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 104,131 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 98,616 miles

engine cover

under tray

Pass 25 Jun 2014 93,979 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside headlamp aim is a bit low.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 87,703 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel line slightly corroded.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

SRS warning light on.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2011 80,336 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 80,263 miles

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

Both rear brake discs are in a poor condition.

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)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 73,571 miles

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

front wipers smear

Pass 14 Nov 2008 62,933 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 60,957 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 60,956 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2007 55,043 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 46,800 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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LS03 KUW is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LS03 KUW, 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 LS03 KUW registered?

LS03 KUW is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is LS03 KUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 KUW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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