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MF53 WVP

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

112,135 mi
Last recorded112,135 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 WVP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 112,135 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 105,135 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 102,326 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 99,864 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 98,937 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Jan 2021 96,742 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 94,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 94,567 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 21 Jun 2017 93,456 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 21 Jun 2017 93,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 6 Jul 2016 90,470 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 90,470 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 83,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 79,487 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 73,922 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 69,385 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 67,268 miles

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

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 13 Nov 2009 63,262 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 63,262 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 57,519 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 48,772 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 39,443 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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MF53 WVP is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MF53 WVP, 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 MF53 WVP registered?

MF53 WVP is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is MF53 WVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 WVP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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