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LJ03 UVW

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

130,489 mi
Last recorded130,489 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UVW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 130,489 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 124,939 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 119,172 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 111,486 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 111,486 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 99,298 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 99,298 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 92,927 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 92,927 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 84,915 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 84,915 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 77,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 69,206 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 69,192 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 62,536 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 53,642 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 50,317 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,408 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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LJ03 UVW is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LJ03 UVW, 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 LJ03 UVW registered?

LJ03 UVW is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 UVW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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