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GV53 WJL

2003 BMW 545

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,263 mi
Last recorded101,263 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 54590,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 WJL
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2012 101,263 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 92,951 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/s rear driveshaft oil seal leaking

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2011 92,951 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/s rear driveshaft oil seal leaking

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 84,798 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 65,324 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 55,730 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 43,917 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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GV53 WJL is a 2003 BMW 545 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 90,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV53 WJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV53 WJL registered?

GV53 WJL is a 2003 BMW 545, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is GV53 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 WJL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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