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NJ03 XZW

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

151,636 mi
Last recorded151,636 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ03 XZW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 151,636 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 139,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 133,035 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 129,935 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 128,034 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 124,670 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 122,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 115,717 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 115,717 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 111,322 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 102,941 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 92,510 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 82,184 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 64,190 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 54,089 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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NJ03 XZW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NJ03 XZW, 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

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What year was NJ03 XZW registered?

NJ03 XZW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is NJ03 XZW safe to buy?

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