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LT03 BWW

2003 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

119,284 mi
Last recorded119,284 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 BWW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2022 119,284 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 113,966 miles

FRONT WASHER JET POOR

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 108,902 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2019 103,054 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 98,962 miles

Both rear steel brake pipes showing signs of light surface corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2017 95,422 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 90,313 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 83,870 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 78,224 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 71,101 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 66,201 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 58,362 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 52,778 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 46,544 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 40,653 miles

front brake pads 3/4 worn

Fail 5 Mar 2008 40,647 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

front brake pads 3/4 worn

Pass 6 Mar 2007 32,994 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 25,824 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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LT03 BWW is a 2003 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LT03 BWW, 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 LT03 BWW registered?

LT03 BWW is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is LT03 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT03 BWW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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