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BL53 AWC

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

204,598 mi
Last recorded204,598 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 AWC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2011 204,598 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 188,204 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 155,341 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 122,690 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 96,715 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 72,109 miles

rear brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

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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BL53 AWC is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL53 AWC, 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

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What year was BL53 AWC registered?

BL53 AWC is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is BL53 AWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 AWC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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