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OV53 HRX

2003 BMW 545

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

179,100 mi
Last recorded179,100 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 54590,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 HRX
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2013 179,100 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 179,100 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 156,265 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 156,262 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 146,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 133,183 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2009 122,280 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 110,342 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 110,303 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 91,882 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 89,981 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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OV53 HRX is a 2003 BMW 545 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 90,419 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 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV53 HRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV53 HRX registered?

OV53 HRX is a 2003 BMW 545, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is OV53 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 HRX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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