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LD53 ZPX

2003 BMW X5

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 ZPX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 63,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 61,829 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 61,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 58,421 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 57,270 miles

Both rear tyres cracking between tread

Pass 25 Mar 2019 55,549 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 54,510 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 53,338 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint front link bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front tyre heavily worn on both edges

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint front link bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 53,338 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint front link bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front tyre heavily worn on both edges

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint front link bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 52,439 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 51,500 miles

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WALL CRACKING ON OUTSIDE FACE

Pass 4 Mar 2014 49,489 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 44,953 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 44,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,932 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 42,931 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,572 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 37,171 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 37,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 34,589 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 32,298 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 25,628 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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LD53 ZPX is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LD53 ZPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD53 ZPX registered?

LD53 ZPX is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LD53 ZPX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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