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FL53 OFY

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,878 mi
Last recorded161,878 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 OFY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 161,878 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 152,216 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 152,216 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 134,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2012 134,783 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 123,492 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 123,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear drive shaft flange leaking

Pass 28 Jul 2010 111,506 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 92,510 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 80,064 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 69,799 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 60,460 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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FL53 OFY is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL53 OFY, 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 FL53 OFY registered?

FL53 OFY is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is FL53 OFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 OFY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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