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LF53 YZM

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,639 mi
Last recorded146,639 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 YZM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 146,639 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 146,639 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 132,027 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2016 132,027 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2015 118,325 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine warning light on

Fail 30 Apr 2015 118,286 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engine warning light on

Fail 15 Mar 2014 103,310 miles

N/S mirror poor.

N/S/Front tyre worn on edge.

N/S/Rear tyre worn on edge.

Check engine light on dash.

Engine oil weep.

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

O/S/Rear tyre worn on edge.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen jet wash poor operation.

Pass 15 Mar 2014 103,310 miles

Check engine light on dash.

Engine oil weep.

N/S mirror poor.

N/S/Front tyre worn on edge.

N/S/Rear tyre worn on edge.

O/S/Rear tyre worn on edge.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen jet wash poor operation.

Pass 1 May 2013 91,633 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 91,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 76,875 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 67,552 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 67,332 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 61,791 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 61,791 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 50,696 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,375 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 32,586 miles

n/s door mirror cover missing

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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LF53 YZM is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF53 YZM, 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 LF53 YZM registered?

LF53 YZM is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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