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LM03 OUX

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,084 mi
Last recorded157,084 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 OUX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 157,084 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 157,084 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 155,272 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 151,320 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 143,386 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 137,831 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 132,135 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 123,459 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 117,856 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 110,531 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 103,440 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 95,378 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 84,693 miles

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

n/s/r brake pad anti chatter spring missing

o/s/f brake pad anti chatter spring missing

Pass 14 Jul 2006 62,268 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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LM03 OUX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LM03 OUX, 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 LM03 OUX registered?

LM03 OUX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LM03 OUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 OUX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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