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NJ03 FDL

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ03 FDL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023
Pass 26 May 2018 175,957 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 172,170 miles

Oil leak ()

o/s/r tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 26 May 2016 167,464 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 159,533 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 148,133 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 148,133 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 148,535 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 143,536 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 144,046 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 129,328 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 112,392 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 88,061 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 88,061 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 69,428 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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NJ03 FDL is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NJ03 FDL, 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 NJ03 FDL registered?

NJ03 FDL is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is NJ03 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ03 FDL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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