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RV53 HXF

2003 BMW X5

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,652 mi
Last recorded72,652 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 HXF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 72,652 miles

Both front tyres cracked and perished, not to cords.

Pass 7 Oct 2016 65,896 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

play in o/s steering rack

Pass 20 Oct 2015 58,360 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 54,747 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 47,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

front plastic spoiler under fixings insecure - screws missing

nearside front tyre start to feather outer tread

Pass 14 Nov 2012 41,858 miles

Nearside front wiper smearing

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2012 41,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside front wiper smearing

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2011 38,295 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 38,295 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 34,485 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 34,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 May 2009 31,870 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 May 2008 29,152 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 25,978 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 21,434 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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RV53 HXF is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV53 HXF, 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 RV53 HXF?

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What year was RV53 HXF registered?

RV53 HXF is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is RV53 HXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 HXF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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