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RN53 MZE

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,546 mi
Last recorded145,546 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 MZE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2015 145,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre low tread on inner edge and also has side wall damaged

offside front tyre slightly low tread on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2014 134,201 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 127,153 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 127,022 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 109,994 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 108,899 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 98,102 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 83,098 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 70,818 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 43,997 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 MZE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MZE, 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

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What year was RN53 MZE registered?

RN53 MZE is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is RN53 MZE safe to buy?

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