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LJ03 URV

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,968 mi
Last recorded198,968 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 URV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2023 198,968 miles

Front Seat belt not functioning as intended BOTH FRONT BELTS not retracting fully (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position ns bonnet catch now working, os working (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps blue lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Spare fitted n/s/r (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jul 2021

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2020 113,970 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019
Pass 19 Jun 2018 145,123 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 139,500 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 133,533 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 124,643 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 117,947 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 112,156 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 105,348 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 98,204 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 83,523 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 64,811 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 56,007 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 56,007 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 51,779 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 46,134 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 46,134 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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LJ03 URV is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ03 URV, 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 LJ03 URV registered?

LJ03 URV is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 15 April 2003.

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