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RL52 WEF

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,655 mi
Last recorded158,655 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 WEF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 158,655 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 151,489 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 151,489 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 151,111 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 144,961 miles

Both front lowerfront bushes worn

Rear All rear subframe bushes worn

Rear Anti roll bar bushes worn

Pass 23 Feb 2016 138,627 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 131,140 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 124,302 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 116,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 109,228 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2011 103,022 miles

Nail in rear tyre

front wiper blades worn

Fail 1 Feb 2011 103,022 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

front wiper blades worn

Pass 4 Dec 2009 89,343 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engine oil close to minimum level

offside headlight on low limit

slight play offside rackend

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2008 58,282 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 44,018 miles

Handbrake only just makes 16%.

Pass 24 Feb 2006 34,915 miles

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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RL52 WEF is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RL52 WEF, 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

How do I check the history of RL52 WEF?

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What year was RL52 WEF registered?

RL52 WEF is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is RL52 WEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 WEF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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