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LT53 WRN

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,580 mi
Last recorded99,580 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 WRN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 99,580 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 92,107 miles

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

Offside rear tyre has abnormal wear

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 82,286 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)

o/s/r tyre nail in tread close to outer shoulder

Fail 25 Jan 2014 82,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

o/s/r tyre nail in tread close to outer shoulder

Pass 15 Dec 2012 76,352 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 70,458 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 66,271 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 65,180 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2009 62,306 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2008 60,261 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 42,871 miles

nearside front tyre outerwall slightly perished

Pass 11 Dec 2006 33,042 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE BROKEN

O/S/R TYRE WORN LOW IN THE CENTRE SECTION OF TREAD

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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LT53 WRN is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LT53 WRN, 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 LT53 WRN?

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What year was LT53 WRN registered?

LT53 WRN is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LT53 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 WRN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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