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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD03 FTPMOT history

LD03 FTP is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 137,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
137,316 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 FTP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 FTP was last recorded at 137,316 miles on 8 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jan 2026: 137,316 miles, lower than 137,909 miles on 7 Jan 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
137,909 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,316 miles
  • 2024 – 133,610 miles
  • 2023 – 118,848 miles
  • 2022 – 113,394 miles
  • 2021 – 107,498 miles
  • 2020 – 104,599 miles
  • 2019 – 101,173 miles
  • 2018 – 91,908 miles
  • 2017 – 84,081 miles
  • 2016 – 77,908 miles
  • 2015 – 72,975 miles
  • 2014 – 68,686 miles
  • 2013 – 63,248 miles
  • 2012 – 57,042 miles
  • 2011 – 49,968 miles
  • 2010 – 44,456 miles
  • 2009 – 37,649 miles
  • 2008 – 31,147 miles
  • 2007 – 25,470 miles
  • 2006 – 18,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,316 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear differential leaking on exhaustRecorded 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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,316 miles (-593)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    137,316 miles
    Test number
    163734299732
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking on exhaust

  2. Fail137,909 miles (+4,299)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,909 miles
    Test number
    319353501484
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board back box missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low cant be adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking on exhaust

  3. Pass133,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    133,610 miles
    Test number
    432494175212
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,610 miles (+14,762)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,610 miles
    Test number
    913725680261
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,848 miles (+5,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,848 miles
    Test number
    416626555291
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,394 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,394 miles
    Test number
    557181628384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,386 miles (+5,888)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,386 miles
    Test number
    522771634469
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,498 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,498 miles
    Test number
    360298686444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,599 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,599 miles
    Test number
    288342329713
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail104,595 miles (+3,422)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    524566386504
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,173 miles (+9,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,173 miles
    Test number
    247346409948
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,908 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,908 miles
    Test number
    885009962894
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail91,892 miles (+7,811)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,892 miles
    Test number
    206728319903
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass84,081 miles (+6,173)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,081 miles
    Test number
    696347038666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,908 miles
    Test number
    720030613268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,908 miles (+4,933)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,908 miles
    Test number
    829880232945
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass72,975 miles (+4,289)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,975 miles
    Test number
    933507198058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    626384754218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,686 miles (+5,438)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    326038444415
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn near limit (225/55R16 95W)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  20. Pass63,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,248 miles
    Test number
    387887663235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,248 miles (+6,206)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,248 miles
    Test number
    105676363207
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass57,042 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    728799362258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,968 miles (+5,512)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    359318951200
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside handbrake effort low

  24. Fail44,456 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,456 miles
    Test number
    273086750248
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOsf tyre cut on outside wall

  25. Pass44,456 miles (+6,807)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,456 miles
    Test number
    610806550201
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOsf tyre cut on outside wall

  26. Pass37,649 miles (+6,502)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    224286739254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass31,147 miles (+5,677)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,147 miles
    Test number
    933160748261
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  28. Pass25,470 miles (+6,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,470 miles
    Test number
    301572947442
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass18,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,772 miles
    Test number
    272602116298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD03 FTP

Does LD03 FTP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 FTP is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 FTP?
The MOT on LD03 FTP is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 FTP done?
LD03 FTP was recorded at 137,316 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has LD03 FTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 FTP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 FTP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jan 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 FTP find?
LD03 FTP passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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