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J777 KSB

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

162,871 mi
Last recorded162,871 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ777 KSB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 162,871 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 159,393 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 157,525 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 157,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 153,510 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 153,510 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 149,837 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 145,627 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 141,774 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 135,019 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 129,157 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 129,145 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 120,600 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 104,828 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 104,828 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 91,489 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 74,969 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 60,125 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 44,423 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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J777 KSB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 J777 KSB, 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 J777 KSB registered?

J777 KSB is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is J777 KSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J777 KSB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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