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EN53 KZR

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,260 mi
Last recorded143,260 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 KZR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2010 143,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 143,260 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2009 123,582 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 103,922 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 85,952 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 66,832 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 41,882 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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EN53 KZR is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 EN53 KZR, 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 EN53 KZR?

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What year was EN53 KZR registered?

EN53 KZR is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is EN53 KZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 KZR shows 7 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.

Does EN53 KZR have outstanding finance?

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