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DE53 BHW

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,184 mi
Last recorded97,184 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 BHW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 97,184 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 97,184 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 89,688 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2017 89,687 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 83,844 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 81,513 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 78,002 miles

n/s/r wheel baering

Pass 17 Jul 2013 74,016 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 71,257 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 66,630 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 63,037 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 58,970 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 52,664 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 40,850 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 32,327 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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DE53 BHW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel 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 DE53 BHW, 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 DE53 BHW registered?

DE53 BHW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is DE53 BHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 BHW 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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