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RY03 HBU

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,013 mi
Last recorded172,013 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 HBU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 172,013 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jun 2015 158,882 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 152,270 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 152,270 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 147,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 135,717 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 126,502 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 69,756 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 57,409 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,063 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 38,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,991 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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RY03 HBU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RY03 HBU, 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 RY03 HBU registered?

RY03 HBU is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is RY03 HBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 HBU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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