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HK53 DVG

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,567 mi
Last recorded100,567 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 DVG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 100,567 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 89,209 miles

EML light on

Engine cover, sill covers and under tray fitted

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

Fail 30 Nov 2015 89,209 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

EML light on

Engine cover, sill covers and under tray fitted

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 78,803 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 68,019 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 64,978 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2012 64,975 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,826 miles

offside front top strut mount worn

Fail 18 Nov 2011 58,826 miles

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front top strut mount worn

Pass 22 Nov 2010 51,799 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,753 miles

rear brake pads are very low and on the limit for a failure, rear discs are worn, near side handbrake reading is low

Pass 28 Nov 2008 43,891 miles

brake servo and master cylinder covered in plastic ; sills and underside covered in plastic

Pass 14 Nov 2007 41,134 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 38,221 miles

Front and rear pads are worn

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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HK53 DVG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HK53 DVG, 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.

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What year was HK53 DVG registered?

HK53 DVG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is HK53 DVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 DVG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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