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SA52 BZL

2003 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

233,181 mi
Last recorded233,181 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 BZL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2014 233,181 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 219,320 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 206,494 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 206,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 194,487 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 185,445 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 172,986 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 133,132 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 109,179 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 101,387 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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SA52 BZL is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SA52 BZL, 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 SA52 BZL?

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What year was SA52 BZL registered?

SA52 BZL is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is SA52 BZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA52 BZL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SA52 BZL have outstanding finance?

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