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PK53 ZKX

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

305,980 mi
Last recorded305,980 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 ZKX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 305,980 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 179,566 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint both side (2.5.B.2a)

windscreen has a slight crack

Pass 18 Nov 2014 281,047 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 160,330 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 160,330 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 141,541 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 127,529 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 127,527 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 112,478 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 112,478 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 88,781 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 88,781 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 71,872 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 71,872 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 53,276 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 53,275 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,603 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 38,596 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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PK53 ZKX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK53 ZKX, 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 PK53 ZKX?

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What year was PK53 ZKX registered?

PK53 ZKX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is PK53 ZKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 ZKX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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