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LN03 FRC

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,953 mi
Last recorded114,953 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 FRC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 114,953 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 110,499 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 105,933 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 105,863 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 101,644 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 98,155 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 94,569 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 90,014 miles

brakes tested by tapley meter

front brake pads worn

handbrake effort low -- 18%

plastic covers fitted

rear brakes worn close to legal limit

Pass 17 Feb 2012 83,873 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 76,842 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 75,834 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 75,834 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 72,157 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 72,130 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 May 2009 63,705 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2009 63,356 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 19 May 2008 53,840 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 53,840 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 51,280 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,633 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 30,345 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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LN03 FRC is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LN03 FRC, 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 LN03 FRC registered?

LN03 FRC is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is LN03 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 FRC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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