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FL03 XFB

2003 BMW X5

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,266 mi
Last recorded135,266 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 XFB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 135,266 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 133,257 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 133,257 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 124,045 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 111,869 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 100,081 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 87,290 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 74,460 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 60,610 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 45,877 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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FL03 XFB is a 2003 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FL03 XFB, 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 FL03 XFB registered?

FL03 XFB is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is FL03 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 XFB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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