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EO53 LZB

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,800 mi
Last recorded182,800 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 LZB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2018 182,800 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 156,135 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Feb 2016 128,656 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre some kerb damage

Offside Rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 28 Mar 2015 112,844 miles

Nearside Rear 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 29 Mar 2014 104,294 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 92,848 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 83,414 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 75,628 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 64,370 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 47,788 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 35,109 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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EO53 LZB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EO53 LZB, 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 EO53 LZB?

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What year was EO53 LZB registered?

EO53 LZB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is EO53 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 LZB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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