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LD53 AWG

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,053 mi
Last recorded148,053 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 AWG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2024 148,053 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 146,199 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 144,034 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 142,030 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 140,202 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 135,151 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 131,710 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 129,713 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 125,747 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 104,275 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 83,697 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 75,341 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 64,215 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 56,797 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 46,252 miles

complete underbody shield fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Sep 2006 30,734 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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LD53 AWG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD53 AWG, 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 LD53 AWG registered?

LD53 AWG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is LD53 AWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 AWG shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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