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RN53 BPE

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,208 mi
Last recorded143,208 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 BPE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2017 143,208 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 135,417 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 127,612 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 120,901 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 112,328 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 100,602 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 87,479 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 73,634 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,616 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 61,837 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 49,313 miles

Wipers poor. All tyres wearing on inner edge & poor condition.

Pass 24 Mar 2006 39,149 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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RN53 BPE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RN53 BPE, 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 RN53 BPE?

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What year was RN53 BPE registered?

RN53 BPE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is RN53 BPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN53 BPE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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