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LV53 KTF

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

163,174 mi
Last recorded163,174 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 KTF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 163,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 163,106 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 158,690 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 158,656 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 152,237 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main x two (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 148,631 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 148,541 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 143,700 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (brake reaction) arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 143,629 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (brake reaction) arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 135,036 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 134,932 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Brake reaction arm bush (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 125,002 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 117,143 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (7.1.2)

n/s front and n/s rear tyres have cuts on outer sidewalls

Pass 16 Oct 2015 112,674 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 112,674 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 106,845 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 106,798 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 96,965 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 84,178 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 76,002 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 70,428 miles

rear number plate beginning to de laminate

Fail 15 Jun 2010 70,428 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

rear number plate beginning to de laminate

Pass 27 Jun 2009 62,455 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 48,130 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 40,221 miles

HANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL LONG

N/S/R TYRE TREAD WORN LOW

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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LV53 KTF is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 LV53 KTF, 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 LV53 KTF registered?

LV53 KTF is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is LV53 KTF safe to buy?

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