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MA53 MKM

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 MKM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2023

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 168,563 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2022 168,563 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 163,875 miles

Headlamps deteriorated

Nearside Front Outer Constant velocity joint gaiter perished

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 163,875 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))

Headlamps deteriorated

Nearside Front Outer Constant velocity joint gaiter perished

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 153,813 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 141,834 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2016 141,235 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 130,234 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 130,234 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 124,845 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 119,855 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 119,855 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Dec 2011 112,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 112,331 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 102,687 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 89,836 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 89,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 77,705 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 62,710 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,298 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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MA53 MKM is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MA53 MKM, 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.

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What year was MA53 MKM registered?

MA53 MKM is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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