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PX53 YPN

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

181,057 mi
Last recorded181,057 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 YPN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 181,057 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 181,057 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 180,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 179,026 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 177,858 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 175,160 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 175,160 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 172,085 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 168,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 163,858 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 162,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 157,676 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 152,756 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 144,637 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 137,860 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 128,526 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 111,946 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 82,324 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 40,076 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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PX53 YPN is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX53 YPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX53 YPN registered?

PX53 YPN is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is PX53 YPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX53 YPN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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