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PN53 HSJ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,977 mi
Last recorded102,977 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 HSJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 102,977 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2014 102,895 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 92,268 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 82,082 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 74,020 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 66,994 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 59,963 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 52,520 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 46,086 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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PN53 HSJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol 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 PN53 HSJ, 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 PN53 HSJ?

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What year was PN53 HSJ registered?

PN53 HSJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is PN53 HSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 HSJ 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.

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