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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,497 cc

LM03 UNLMOT history

LM03 UNL is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2022.

LM03 UNL silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2023
Mileage
198,310 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 UNL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 UNL was last recorded at 198,310 miles on 1 Mar 2022, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,256 miles · 28 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
9,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,310 miles
  • 2021 – 190,306 miles
  • 2020 – 189,263 miles
  • 2019 – 174,664 miles
  • 2018 – 160,671 miles
  • 2017 – 149,779 miles
  • 2016 – 143,238 miles
  • 2015 – 137,006 miles
  • 2014 – 129,733 miles
  • 2013 – 124,159 miles
  • 2012 – 117,814 miles
  • 2011 – 107,372 miles
  • 2010 – 92,107 miles
  • 2009 – 84,880 miles
  • 2008 – 76,455 miles
  • 2007 – 66,348 miles
  • 2006 – 52,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,310 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,310 miles (+54)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    198,310 miles
    Test number
    910557892426
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail198,256 miles (+7,950)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,256 miles
    Test number
    605448574410
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass190,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    190,306 miles
    Test number
    786340059738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail190,306 miles (+1,043)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,306 miles
    Test number
    138361210199
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass189,263 miles (+14,599)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    189,263 miles
    Test number
    572986749115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass174,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    174,664 miles
    Test number
    970421201778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail174,664 miles (+13,993)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,664 miles
    Test number
    565924513116
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass160,671 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    160,671 miles
    Test number
    222338648404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail160,671 miles (+10,892)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,671 miles
    Test number
    258834232005
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass149,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    149,779 miles
    Test number
    238879357703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,779 miles (+6,541)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,779 miles
    Test number
    219282960218
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass143,238 miles (+6,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,238 miles
    Test number
    784655818628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass137,006 miles (+7,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137,006 miles
    Test number
    179211155471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass129,733 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    129,733 miles
    Test number
    379669054054
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  15. Fail129,733 miles (+5,574)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,733 miles
    Test number
    285909354021
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  16. Pass124,159 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    124,159 miles
    Test number
    698146063058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail124,158 miles (+6,344)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,158 miles
    Test number
    695965863023
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil level on min

  18. Pass117,814 miles (+10,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    645236862075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass107,372 miles (+15,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    107,372 miles
    Test number
    255067351462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail92,107 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    262268960458
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass92,107 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    464368760198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,880 miles (+8,425)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    84,880 miles
    Test number
    210875809224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,455 miles (+10,107)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    323428808459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,348 miles (+13,928)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,348 miles
    Test number
    241706777193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,420 miles
    Test number
    282345596161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 UNL

Does LM03 UNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 UNL expired on 6 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 UNL?
The MOT on LM03 UNL expired on 6 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 UNL done?
LM03 UNL was recorded at 198,310 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2022, an average of 9,334 miles a year.
Has LM03 UNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 UNL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 UNL 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 LM03 UNL find?
LM03 UNL passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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