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RY53 UJK

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,813 mi
Last recorded159,813 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 UJK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2017 159,813 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 142,425 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 129,480 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 118,283 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 113,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 110,492 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 87,298 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 62,729 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 46,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 39,159 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 29,105 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 UJK is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UJK, 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 RY53 UJK registered?

RY53 UJK is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is RY53 UJK safe to buy?

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