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NL53 RXG

2003 BMW X5

Black Petrol 4619cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,740 mi
Last recorded71,740 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 RXG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,619cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,740 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 65,057 miles

Both number plates starting to delaminate.

Pass 6 Dec 2010 61,161 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 61,161 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake disc scored and pitted.

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 56,370 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 50,449 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 37,795 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear number plate slightly corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2007 37,795 miles

rear number plate slightly corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,737 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 27,737 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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NL53 RXG is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 4,619cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NL53 RXG, 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

How do I check the history of NL53 RXG?

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What year was NL53 RXG registered?

NL53 RXG is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NL53 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 RXG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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