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CJ53 UKG

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

203,836 mi
Last recorded203,836 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 UKG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 203,836 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 194,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 189,003 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 186,971 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 177,319 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

under tray fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2017 177,319 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 170,504 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 155,972 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2014 136,777 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 209,523 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 184,429 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2010 101,788 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 81,133 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 81,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 76,669 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 57,068 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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CJ53 UKG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CJ53 UKG, 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 CJ53 UKG registered?

CJ53 UKG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is CJ53 UKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ53 UKG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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