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MP03 DVK

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

247,073 mi
Last recorded247,073 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP03 DVK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 247,073 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 246,568 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 222,685 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 221,657 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 81,821 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 67,037 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

horns getting poor

rear nunber plate slightly delaminating

Pass 5 Apr 2007 54,656 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 54,652 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 40,936 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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MP03 DVK is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MP03 DVK, 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 MP03 DVK?

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What year was MP03 DVK registered?

MP03 DVK is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is MP03 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP03 DVK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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