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RA53 LFU

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

186,512 mi
Last recorded186,512 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 LFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 186,512 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 163,048 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 155,735 miles

Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated O/S & N/S Rear . (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 146,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 142,513 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 139,709 miles

Central Front Registration plate lamp insecure number plate crack (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 208,768 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner rim has been repaired

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 193,395 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake efficiency has just met minimum requirements adjustment or repair maybe necessary

Pass 6 Sep 2016 177,046 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 165,880 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 95,348 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 86,108 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 86,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 80,536 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 73,266 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 67,873 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 62,802 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,772 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 51,787 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 41,964 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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RA53 LFU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RA53 LFU, 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 RA53 LFU registered?

RA53 LFU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is RA53 LFU safe to buy?

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