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RV53 JYA

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

136,326 mi
Last recorded136,326 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 JYA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 136,326 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

headlamps tarnishing

o/s/f & n/s/f anti rollbar inner D bushes perishing & slight play

o/s/f & n/s/f tyres perishing & splitting

slight play in o/s & n/s steering arms

Fail 8 May 2018 136,326 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres wearing low

headlamps tarnishing

o/s/f & n/s/f anti rollbar inner D bushes perishing & slight play

o/s/f & n/s/f tyres perishing & splitting

slight play in o/s & n/s steering arms

Pass 26 May 2017 183,038 miles

slight play to steering rack

both headlamps tarnishing

offside and nearside steering arms slight play

slight play to offside and nearside front anti role bar D bushes

Pass 26 May 2016 129,405 miles

all 4 tyres perishing

both headlamps tarnishing

brake pipes corroding

offside and nearside front lower suspension arms inner bushes weak

Pass 19 May 2015 124,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 118,020 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 110,880 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2012 101,849 miles

o/s/r lower bush slight play

Pass 19 May 2011 94,912 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 84,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 74,908 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 66,715 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 58,736 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 50,339 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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RV53 JYA is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV53 JYA, 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 RV53 JYA?

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What year was RV53 JYA registered?

RV53 JYA is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is RV53 JYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 JYA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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