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LA52 DBU

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,004 mi
Last recorded82,004 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 DBU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 82,004 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018
Pass 30 Jun 2017 67,974 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 64,014 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 59,023 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 59,023 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2014 53,419 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 51,444 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 47,362 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 43,583 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 394 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 394 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 34,576 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 29,625 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 24,396 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 20,342 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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LA52 DBU is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA52 DBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA52 DBU registered?

LA52 DBU is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is LA52 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 DBU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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