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BN03 FWM

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 FWM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

rear and o/s/f brake pipes corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2016

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear and o/s/f brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2015 136,745 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 131,001 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 126,967 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 126,960 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 126,421 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 118,697 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2011 118,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 107,130 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 83,909 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 83,906 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 67,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 57,152 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 57,150 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 47,822 miles

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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BN03 FWM is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN03 FWM, 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 BN03 FWM registered?

BN03 FWM is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BN03 FWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 FWM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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