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FG03 UMP

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

96,761 mi
Last recorded96,761 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 UMP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 96,761 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 92,276 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 83,654 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 82,988 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 81,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 80,253 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 78,155 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 74,194 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 69,813 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 66,628 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 62,535 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 26 Jun 2013 55,259 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 49,004 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 42,834 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 36,127 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 32,307 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 32,307 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2008 96,953 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,329 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 16,738 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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FG03 UMP is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FG03 UMP, 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 FG03 UMP registered?

FG03 UMP is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is FG03 UMP safe to buy?

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