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RE53 HSD

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,729 mi
Last recorded131,729 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 HSD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 131,729 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint towards rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 124,159 miles

handbrake performance just within limits,n/s low

Pass 20 Apr 2015 115,608 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 104,350 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2013 99,280 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 91,088 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 83,271 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 75,324 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front bumper damaged n/s

Pass 27 Aug 2009 63,534 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 63,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 50,327 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 50,327 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 43,386 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,367 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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RE53 HSD is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HSD, 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 HSD?

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What year was RE53 HSD registered?

RE53 HSD is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is RE53 HSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 HSD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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