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LS03 YPZ

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

178,258 mi
Last recorded178,258 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 YPZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 178,258 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 178,000 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Rear silencer (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour Not a matching pair (1.7.5b)

Brake pad warning lamp on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2016 173,663 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 169,453 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 149,517 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 144,411 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 144,411 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 128,108 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 100,188 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 71,731 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

both front tyres worn inner edges

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Fail 18 May 2009 71,731 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

both front tyres worn inner edges

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 14 Mar 2008 53,748 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 43,115 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 33,164 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 33,157 miles

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

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 YPZ 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 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YPZ, 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 YPZ registered?

LS03 YPZ is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for LS03 YPZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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