CarVerify

Free Car Check

LT03 UDV

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

134,732 mi
Last recorded134,732 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 UDV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 134,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 134,668 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 129,533 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 129,533 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 117,073 miles

Engine covers fitted

Headlamp lenses deteriorating

Nearside wing mirror deteriorated

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Under-trays fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2019 117,073 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine covers fitted

Headlamp lenses deteriorating

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2018 96,937 miles

Engine cover fitted

Fuel cap seal perishing/cracking

Nearside wing mirror deteriorated

Offside Front Outer drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

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

Under-trays fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2018 96,937 miles

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour front and rear (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine cover fitted

Fuel cap seal perishing/cracking

Nearside wing mirror deteriorated

Offside Front Outer drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2017 85,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 77,920 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 77,920 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement control arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement control arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 77,166 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 75,852 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 74,915 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 74,914 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 68,763 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 55,343 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 55,343 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 50,160 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 50,133 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 45,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 38,822 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 32,793 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 31,207 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 25,380 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 25,346 miles

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

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

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
Full BMW X5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LT03 UDV is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 LT03 UDV, 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

How do I check the history of LT03 UDV?

You can check the full history of LT03 UDV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LT03 UDV registered?

LT03 UDV is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is LT03 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT03 UDV shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT03 UDV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LT03 UDV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.