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DN03 VGE

2003 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,820 mi
Last recorded128,820 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M588,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 VGE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 128,820 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 128,330 miles

Exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 10 May 2018 125,354 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 11 May 2017 123,996 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 3 May 2016 121,094 miles

Nearside Rear tyre have a nail

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Fail 3 May 2016 121,094 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre have a nail

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 20 Apr 2015 117,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 114,708 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear tyres showing signs of wear on inner edges (outside measured area)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 107,009 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 107,007 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)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 100,953 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 92,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 81,674 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 71,342 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 61,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 53,357 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)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2006 41,374 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 41,374 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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DN03 VGE is a 2003 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 88,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN03 VGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN03 VGE registered?

DN03 VGE is a 2003 BMW M5, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is DN03 VGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 VGE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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