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FL03 XFX

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,232 mi
Last recorded111,232 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 XFX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2010 111,232 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 111,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 103,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 93,348 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 79,221 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 96,466 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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FL03 XFX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FL03 XFX, 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 FL03 XFX?

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What year was FL03 XFX registered?

FL03 XFX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is FL03 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 XFX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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