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RY53 ERZ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,999 mi
Last recorded135,999 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 ERZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 135,999 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 130,860 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 7 Nov 2023 130,860 miles

Coolant leak ()

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 126,189 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 123,588 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 117,765 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 103,550 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 101,363 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 95,133 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2016 84,083 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 76,657 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 73,198 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 73,198 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 65,112 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 54,336 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 52,847 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 52,838 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 49,058 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 42,991 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 36,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2006 19,747 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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RY53 ERZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RY53 ERZ, 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 RY53 ERZ?

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What year was RY53 ERZ registered?

RY53 ERZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is RY53 ERZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY53 ERZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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