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PE53 UWX

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,963 mi
Last recorded88,963 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 UWX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 88,963 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 88,963 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 83,753 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 77,445 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 69,935 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 62,030 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 52,882 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 44,254 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 35,211 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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PE53 UWX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PE53 UWX, 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 PE53 UWX?

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What year was PE53 UWX registered?

PE53 UWX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is PE53 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE53 UWX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE53 UWX have outstanding finance?

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