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LX53 AAO

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,568 mi
Last recorded138,568 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 AAO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 138,568 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 124,380 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 115,732 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 115,410 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 130,116 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 42,079 miles

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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LX53 AAO is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LX53 AAO, 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 LX53 AAO?

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What year was LX53 AAO registered?

LX53 AAO is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is LX53 AAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 AAO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX53 AAO have outstanding finance?

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