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ADY 597D

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

174,108 mi
Last recorded174,108 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 597D
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 174,108 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 168,045 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front both wipers deteriorated

n/s/f tyres inner wear

n/s/r tyre inner wear

Fail 15 Nov 2014 168,042 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front both wipers deteriorated

n/s/f tyre inner wear

n/s/r tyre inner wear

Pass 20 Nov 2013 158,482 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 142,882 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 142,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 132,345 miles

N/S/F Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 124,286 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

full plastic cover fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2009 106,552 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 106,552 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 89,155 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 74,469 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 59,483 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 56,843 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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ADY 597D is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADY 597D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADY 597D?

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What year was ADY 597D registered?

ADY 597D is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is ADY 597D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADY 597D shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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