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SD03 LDJ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,478 mi
Last recorded49,478 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 LDJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 49,478 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 48,031 miles

both front tyres starting to perish in between tread blocks and slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Aug 2007 34,359 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 34,359 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 32,796 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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SD03 LDJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD03 LDJ, 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 SD03 LDJ registered?

SD03 LDJ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SD03 LDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD03 LDJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SD03 LDJ have outstanding finance?

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