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RG53 EXO

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

162,717 mi
Last recorded162,717 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 EXO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 162,717 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jun 2015 155,504 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2015 155,504 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 155,405 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE INNER EDGE SLIGHTLY WORN

Fail 23 May 2014 155,405 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

O/S/R TYRE INNER EDGE SLIGHTLY WORN

Pass 23 Jun 2011 147,458 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

FRONT + REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGLTLY WORN

Fail 11 Jun 2010 125,932 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 125,932 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 110,013 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 83,041 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 67,533 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 66,960 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 66,960 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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RG53 EXO is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RG53 EXO, 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 RG53 EXO?

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What year was RG53 EXO registered?

RG53 EXO is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is RG53 EXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 EXO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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