The road tax status for YY53 UJM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YY53 UJM?

The MOT for YY53 UJM is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of YY53 UJM?

The recorded mileage for YY53 UJM is 88,446 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YY53 UJM ULEZ compliant?

No, YY53 UJM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does YY53 UJM have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, YY53 UJM is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2003 BMW 525 2.5L Petrol · YY53 UJM

YY53 UJM

2003 BMW 525 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31/12/2003. Recorded mileage 88,446 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 525
Year / Origin: 2003 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 02/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 88,446 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Valid until 02/07/2026

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Mileage: 88,446 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 2494cc

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YY53 UJM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2025
88,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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YY53 UJM Mileage History

07/03/202274,887 mi
29/06/202380,928 mi+6,041 mi
04/07/202484,007 mi+3,079 mi
04/07/202484,007 mi
03/07/202588,446 mi+4,439 mi

Average of roughly 4,080 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YY53 UJM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 09:23

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 525 (YY53 UJM) between March 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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