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CX53 KUV

2003 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

160,381 mi
Last recorded160,381 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 KUV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2015 160,381 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 178,109 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 178,109 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 161,197 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2012 143,599 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 108,648 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 108,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 80,345 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 51,650 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 42,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 31,981 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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CX53 KUV is a 2003 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CX53 KUV, 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 CX53 KUV registered?

CX53 KUV is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is CX53 KUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 KUV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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