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AO03 DWV

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

160,102 mi
Last recorded160,102 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 DWV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 160,102 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 160,102 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 149,447 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 149,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 139,123 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jan 2020 139,081 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 129,615 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2019 129,613 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 108,285 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 107,085 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2017 107,084 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 103,500 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 94,439 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 88,554 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 79,703 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn on outer edge and both perished

Pass 11 May 2012 67,396 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2011 61,506 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 57,538 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 19 May 2009 54,744 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2008 49,330 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 49,129 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2007 42,282 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 30,986 miles

Unable to make full inspection under bonnet or under body due to covers being fitted

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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AO03 DWV is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 DWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO03 DWV registered?

AO03 DWV is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is AO03 DWV safe to buy?

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