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RL03 LZT

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,248 mi
Last recorded135,248 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 LZT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 135,248 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 130,977 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 130,975 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 126,668 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 122,922 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 118,257 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 114,673 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 114,673 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 105,875 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 93,692 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 80,598 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 69,010 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 58,063 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 54,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 50,151 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 44,993 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2009 39,499 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 35,161 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 28,201 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 28,193 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 21,380 miles

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)

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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RL03 LZT is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RL03 LZT, 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 RL03 LZT registered?

RL03 LZT is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is RL03 LZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL03 LZT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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