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RV03 CTE

2003 BMW 540

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,583 mi
Last recorded117,583 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 54092,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV03 CTE
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 117,583 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 111,115 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 104,252 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 98,292 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 93,025 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 88,140 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 82,260 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 76,358 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 68,202 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 63,021 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 55,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windscreen slightly chipped in n/s swept area

Pass 30 May 2007 55,747 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windscreen slightly chipped in n/s swept area

Pass 23 Mar 2006 39,010 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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RV03 CTE is a 2003 BMW 540 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 92,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV03 CTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV03 CTE?

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What year was RV03 CTE registered?

RV03 CTE is a 2003 BMW 540, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is RV03 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV03 CTE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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