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EN53 LTZ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,875 mi
Last recorded112,875 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 LTZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2016 112,875 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 99,887 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced BOTH FRONT (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush BOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS (2.4.G.2)

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Pass 30 Sep 2014 89,663 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 89,663 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 84,242 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 84,213 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 80,564 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut in tread (o.k)

n/s/r tyre is bald on the inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2011 77,230 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 72,859 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 69,641 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 65,741 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 60,459 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 54,568 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 LTZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LTZ, 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 EN53 LTZ registered?

EN53 LTZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is EN53 LTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 LTZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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