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BN53 WOU

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,126 mi
Last recorded152,126 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 WOU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 152,126 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 135,113 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 135,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Screen washers weak

Pass 5 Jul 2010 110,723 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 85,256 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 59,201 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 50,546 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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BN53 WOU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN53 WOU, 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 BN53 WOU?

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What year was BN53 WOU registered?

BN53 WOU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BN53 WOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 WOU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN53 WOU have outstanding finance?

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