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BV03 FWP

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,205 mi
Last recorded83,205 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 FWP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 83,205 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 69,717 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 63,908 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 56,939 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 56,911 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 50,025 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 50,025 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 46,607 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 43,275 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 38,754 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 34,612 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 30,273 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 25,479 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 21,033 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 15,086 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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BV03 FWP is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BV03 FWP, 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 BV03 FWP registered?

BV03 FWP is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BV03 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 FWP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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