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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LE03 YFYMOT history

LE03 YFY is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 166,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LE03 YFY silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,263 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
16,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 YFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 YFY was last recorded at 166,263 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 14,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
151,281 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,982 miles
Average per year
16,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,263 miles
  • 2024 – 151,281 miles
  • 2023 – 95,215 miles
  • 2022 – 51,860 miles
  • 2020 – 43,345 miles
  • 2019 – 37,910 miles
  • 2018 – 27,516 miles
  • 2017 – 23,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,263 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer arm bushes worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,263 miles
    Test number
    185090080027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail166,263 miles (+14,982)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,263 miles
    Test number
    996082575065
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  3. Pass151,281 miles (+23,812)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,281 miles
    Test number
    723945661964
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,469 miles (+32,254)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,469 miles
    Test number
    810201767002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,215 miles (+43,355)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    371595660266
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer arm bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts.
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rears. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass51,860 miles (+8,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,860 miles
    Test number
    883931802943
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer arm bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass43,345 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    426193387870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,910 miles (+10,394)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,910 miles
    Test number
    653742146743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    27,516 miles
    Test number
    515428565489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,516 miles (+238)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,516 miles
    Test number
    689664336902
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass27,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,278 miles
    Test number
    103852974267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail27,278 miles (+21)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,278 miles
    Test number
    410827843306
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass27,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,257 miles
    Test number
    264763999685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,257 miles (+3,751)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,257 miles
    Test number
    416451953378
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass23,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,506 miles
    Test number
    373085588076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,763 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,763 km
    Test number
    599653061347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 YFY

Does LE03 YFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 YFY is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 YFY?
The MOT on LE03 YFY 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 LE03 YFY done?
LE03 YFY was recorded at 166,263 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 16,019 miles a year.
Has LE03 YFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 YFY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LE03 YFY 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 LE03 YFY find?
LE03 YFY passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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