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IJZ 9668

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,321 mi
Last recorded46,321 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIJZ 9668
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 46,321 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 46,321 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 45,258 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 43,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2012 42,062 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,433 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,852 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,439 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 27,527 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 27,527 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 22,813 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 17,573 miles

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

n/s/f & o/s/r tyres cracking inbetween the tread.

Pass 19 Sep 2006 17,573 miles

n/s/f & o/s/r tyres cracking inbetween the tread.

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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IJZ 9668 is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 IJZ 9668, 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 IJZ 9668?

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What year was IJZ 9668 registered?

IJZ 9668 is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is IJZ 9668 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IJZ 9668 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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