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CX53 VDE

2003 BMW 5 Series

Gold Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,824 mi
Last recorded169,824 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 VDE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 169,824 miles

front and rear coil springs corroded

play inner steering arms

rear suspension arm bushes have play

Fail 20 May 2017 169,824 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front and rear coil springs corroded

play inner steering arms

rear suspension arm bushes have play

Pass 12 Dec 2015 132,271 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 132,271 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 3 Dec 2014 127,355 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 121,916 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 109,154 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 86,897 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 67,942 miles

Uneven weat on front tyres

Pass 16 Mar 2010 59,316 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 50,489 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 42,526 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 41,390 miles

front tyres low on edge

Pass 6 Nov 2006 32,107 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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CX53 VDE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Gold with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 CX53 VDE, 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 CX53 VDE registered?

CX53 VDE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is CX53 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 VDE shows 14 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.

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