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LT03 VFF

2003 BMW 5 Series

Red Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,820 mi
Last recorded127,820 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 VFF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2011 127,820 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 108,873 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 89,953 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 83,413 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 71,595 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 60,196 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 48,199 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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LT03 VFF is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LT03 VFF, 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

How do I check the history of LT03 VFF?

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What year was LT03 VFF registered?

LT03 VFF is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LT03 VFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT03 VFF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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