MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
199,393 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Oil leak ()
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
under trays fitted restricting inspection
Oil leak
n/s/r tyre worn slightly inner shoulder tread getting low
undersde of engine bay and floor panels covered by plastic shields restricting inspection
Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
unable to inspect fuel cap.
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
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C2 ECY is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 C2 ECY, 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.
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What year was C2 ECY registered?
C2 ECY is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 September 2003.
Is C2 ECY safe to buy?
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