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RA53 KNX

2003 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

135,242 mi
Last recorded135,242 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 KNX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 135,242 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 133,664 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 131,316 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 128,552 miles

Under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Jul 2015 126,548 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 115,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 29 May 2013 101,441 miles

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

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

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

nearside front door lock does not auto lock but opens from inside and outside

Pass 30 May 2012 92,654 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 92,654 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 91,223 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 87,274 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 82,283 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 82,283 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 71,772 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 62,340 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 46,381 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 46,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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RA53 KNX is a 2003 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RA53 KNX, 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 RA53 KNX registered?

RA53 KNX is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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The MOT history for RA53 KNX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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