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RE53 DNJ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,639 mi
Last recorded121,639 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 DNJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 121,639 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 112,841 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 112,841 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 104,504 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 96,793 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 82,328 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 70,412 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 51,726 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2006 51,665 miles

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

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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RE53 DNJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RE53 DNJ, 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 RE53 DNJ?

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What year was RE53 DNJ registered?

RE53 DNJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is RE53 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 DNJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE53 DNJ have outstanding finance?

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