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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB03 EOPMOT history

LB03 EOP is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
115,923 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EOP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EOP was last recorded at 115,923 miles on 27 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,921 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,923 miles
  • 2025 – 114,833 miles
  • 2024 – 112,535 miles
  • 2020 – 111,436 miles
  • 2019 – 99,645 miles
  • 2018 – 97,877 miles
  • 2017 – 88,196 miles
  • 2016 – 85,115 miles
  • 2015 – 81,608 miles
  • 2014 – 72,533 miles
  • 2013 – 66,419 miles
  • 2012 – 61,436 miles
  • 2011 – 55,737 miles
  • 2010 – 52,035 miles
  • 2009 – 47,213 miles
  • 2008 – 41,634 miles
  • 2007 – 34,388 miles
  • 2006 – 26,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,923 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,923 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,923 miles
    Test number
    659638529672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,921 miles (+1,088)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,921 miles
    Test number
    975871032675
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,833 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,833 miles
    Test number
    589659113629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,817 miles (+2,282)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,817 miles
    Test number
    286546342145
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,535 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,535 miles
    Test number
    614848089280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,436 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,436 miles
    Test number
    964417302673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail111,436 miles (+11,791)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,436 miles
    Test number
    496449546557
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,645 miles
    Test number
    681344369970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,644 miles (+1,767)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    566049917829
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass97,877 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,877 miles
    Test number
    888994020510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,196 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,196 miles
    Test number
    398753108934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,115 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,115 miles
    Test number
    380501872101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,608 miles (+9,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,608 miles
    Test number
    891429876525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass72,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,533 miles
    Test number
    318820934411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail72,533 miles (+6,114)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,533 miles
    Test number
    589910334202
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass66,419 miles (+4,983)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,419 miles
    Test number
    348822153233
    • NoteWear edges o/s front tyre 235/40/18
    • NoteWear inner edge n/s rear tyre 265/35/18

  17. Pass61,436 miles (+5,699)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,436 miles
    Test number
    956435452218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outter edge

  18. Pass55,737 miles (+3,702)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,737 miles
    Test number
    366769341403
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges and is just legal

  19. Pass52,035 miles (+4,822)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,035 miles
    Test number
    723613150228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low in centre of tread

  20. Pass47,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    47,213 miles
    Test number
    512806409203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,213 miles (+5,579)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,213 miles
    Test number
    833836409271
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass41,634 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    570707618241
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteLow effort to o/s handbrake

  23. Fail41,634 miles (+7,246)1 failure7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    341357318261
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteLow effort to o/s handbrake

  24. Pass34,388 miles (+8,244)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,388 miles
    Test number
    394139417270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear

  25. Pass26,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,144 miles
    Test number
    282166186480
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB03 EOP

Does LB03 EOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 EOP is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EOP?
The MOT on LB03 EOP is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 EOP done?
LB03 EOP was recorded at 115,923 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 4,513 miles a year.
Has LB03 EOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EOP has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 EOP 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 EOP find?
LB03 EOP passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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