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PX53 VMD

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,848 mi
Last recorded122,848 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 VMD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 122,848 miles

both rear brake hoses becoming perished

large nail in n/s/f tyre

minor damage to front reg plate

n/s/r tyre becoming worn 3mm

various sections of brake pipes becoming corroded

Fail 15 Apr 2016 122,812 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

large nail in n/s/f tyre

minor damage to front reg plate

n/s/r tyre becoming worn 3mm

Pass 25 Nov 2014 114,361 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 114,361 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 104,924 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 95,919 miles

Grease seapage from rear of O/S/R hub.

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2011 89,465 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 89,421 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 82,166 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f anti roll bar link arms have split top balljoint rubbers/covers

park brake lever very close to end of reserve travel!

rear tyres are worn low

slight play in steering rack arms/knuckles

Pass 29 Sep 2009 75,809 miles

n/s/f brake pad sensor wire is not attatched to the pad,metal retaining clip missing

n/s/r outer driveshaft gaiter is leaking grease slightly

oil leak,underneath is pretty oily!

slight play in o/s steering rack arm/knuckle

Pass 22 Sep 2008 67,723 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 58,126 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 42,593 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 42,593 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 29,362 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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PX53 VMD is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PX53 VMD, 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

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What year was PX53 VMD registered?

PX53 VMD is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is PX53 VMD safe to buy?

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