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LV53 KTO

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,688 mi
Last recorded90,688 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 KTO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 90,688 miles

rear tyres 3 mm tread remaining

Pass 22 Sep 2016 87,099 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 84,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 80,927 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,591 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 76,304 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 73,741 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 71,195 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 71,195 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 68,262 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 64,802 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 51,836 miles

front brake pads worn low.

Pass 9 Sep 2006 37,180 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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LV53 KTO is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV53 KTO, 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

How do I check the history of LV53 KTO?

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What year was LV53 KTO registered?

LV53 KTO is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LV53 KTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 KTO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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