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GV03 NWZ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

165,568 mi
Last recorded165,568 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 NWZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 165,568 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 151,151 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 139,571 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 124,110 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 110,517 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 110,031 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 95,408 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jun 2013 95,404 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 86,745 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 77,598 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 67,987 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 67,987 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 56,407 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 45,336 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 36,622 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 28,096 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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GV03 NWZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GV03 NWZ, 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 GV03 NWZ registered?

GV03 NWZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is GV03 NWZ safe to buy?

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