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SH03 EVT

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,274 mi
Last recorded132,274 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 EVT
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 132,274 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 119,615 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 117,991 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 117,847 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 103,763 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 93,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2010 93,455 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 80,037 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 70,000 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 61,447 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 61,447 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2006 51,213 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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SH03 EVT is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 95,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH03 EVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH03 EVT?

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What year was SH03 EVT registered?

SH03 EVT is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is SH03 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 EVT 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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