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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB03 DNVMOT history

LB03 DNV is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 29 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
81,985 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 DNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 DNV was last recorded at 81,985 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,985 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,985 miles
  • 2025 – 81,980 miles
  • 2023 – 81,852 miles
  • 2021 – 80,055 miles
  • 2020 – 75,289 miles
  • 2018 – 70,937 miles
  • 2017 – 61,213 miles
  • 2016 – 59,149 miles
  • 2015 – 56,051 miles
  • 2014 – 51,578 miles
  • 2013 – 49,938 miles
  • 2012 – 46,743 miles
  • 2011 – 43,689 miles
  • 2010 – 40,015 miles
  • 2009 – 32,964 miles
  • 2008 – 25,754 miles
  • 2007 – 18,665 miles
  • 2006 – 12,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,985 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Bumper damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,985 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    288038687466
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

  2. Fail81,985 miles (+5)1 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    774016887583
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

  3. Fail81,980 miles (+128)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,980 miles
    Test number
    897794428323
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,852 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,852 miles
    Test number
    853534434528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    856049843786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,055 miles (+4,766)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    137069093619
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,289 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    762951846828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,937 miles (+9,724)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,937 miles
    Test number
    902816227195
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass61,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,213 miles
    Test number
    638411731059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,213 miles (+2,064)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,213 miles
    Test number
    883637214035
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass59,149 miles (+3,098)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,149 miles
    Test number
    523388519299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBumper damage
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass56,051 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,051 miles
    Test number
    654674375533
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBumper damage

  13. Fail56,044 miles (+4,466)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,044 miles
    Test number
    641783087983
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBumper damage

  14. Pass51,578 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    438778544282
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear axle

  15. Fail51,578 miles (+1,640)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    997568044279
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear axle

  16. Pass49,938 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,938 miles
    Test number
    447896143286
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass46,743 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,743 miles
    Test number
    227542422170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,689 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,689 miles
    Test number
    255045521498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,681 miles (+3,666)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,681 miles
    Test number
    769904721164
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass40,015 miles (+7,051)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,015 miles
    Test number
    212916300442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,964 miles (+7,210)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,964 miles
    Test number
    581482719131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,754 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,754 miles
    Test number
    771450328119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,665 miles
    Test number
    830368837169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,665 miles (+6,664)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,665 miles
    Test number
    471637937159
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass12,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    12,001 miles
    Test number
    270180356422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 DNV

Does LB03 DNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 DNV is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 DNV?
The MOT on LB03 DNV is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 DNV done?
LB03 DNV was recorded at 81,985 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 3,436 miles a year.
Has LB03 DNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 DNV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 DNV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 DNV find?
LB03 DNV passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: brake fluid warning lamp defective.

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