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LV53 GKE

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,070 mi
Last recorded117,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 GKE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 117,070 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear rear tryes worn on inner edege

two front head light in poor condition

two front mirror slight faded

Pass 31 Jul 2014 105,347 miles

front head lamp darty

Pass 31 Jul 2013 92,441 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 83,330 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 80,284 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

pad warning light on!!

Fail 6 Sep 2011 72,340 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 72,340 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 52,099 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,259 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 29,010 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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LV53 GKE is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV53 GKE, 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

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What year was LV53 GKE registered?

LV53 GKE is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is LV53 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 GKE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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