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EF53 FVB

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2007
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 FVB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2007 47,285 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 29,049 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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EF53 FVB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF53 FVB, 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

How do I check the history of EF53 FVB?

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What year was EF53 FVB registered?

EF53 FVB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is EF53 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 FVB shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF53 FVB have outstanding finance?

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