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AY53 YMP

2003 BMW X5

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,917 mi
Last recorded157,917 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 YMP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 157,917 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers under car so items not seen time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2014 140,840 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 124,327 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 124,305 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 115,291 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 108,700 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 108,700 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 98,480 miles

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 86,821 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 67,098 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 53,172 miles

offside front rattle clip missing

Pass 10 Nov 2006 46,179 miles

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside door mirror outer trim is insecure

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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AY53 YMP is a 2003 BMW X5 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY53 YMP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 YMP registered?

AY53 YMP is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AY53 YMP safe to buy?

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