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DV53 YLU

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,227 mi
Last recorded150,227 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 YLU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 150,227 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 132,264 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 123,102 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 116,198 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 104,157 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 83,736 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 82,809 miles

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,435 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 52,435 miles

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 40,866 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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DV53 YLU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV53 YLU, 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 DV53 YLU registered?

DV53 YLU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is DV53 YLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 YLU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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