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FH53 CXP

2003 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,173 mi
Last recorded70,173 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 CXP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2008 70,173 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

slight damage to the front numberplate

slight damage to the outer wall of the offside front tyre not exposing any cords at the time of the test

trims fitted covering the front cross member, outer sills and floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect the precribed areas

Fail 24 Jan 2008 69,964 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside rear sidelight and brake light not working more than 50% still working

park brake warning light staying on

slight damage to the front numberplate

slight damage to the outer wall of the offside front tyre not exposing any cords at the time of the test

trims fitted covering the front cross member, outer sills and floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect the precribed areas

Pass 15 Jan 2007 58,843 miles

covers over both door sills,and both front and rear inner wings, and all floors not allowing full inspection.

Pass 28 Feb 2006 49,486 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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FH53 CXP is a 2003 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH53 CXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH53 CXP registered?

FH53 CXP is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is FH53 CXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 CXP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH53 CXP have outstanding finance?

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