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SK52 XYX

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,545 mi
Last recorded156,545 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 XYX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 156,545 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 156,545 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 131,562 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 123,272 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 111,526 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 105,735 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 98,939 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 May 2008 98,939 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 92,971 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 85,908 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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SK52 XYX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SK52 XYX, 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 SK52 XYX registered?

SK52 XYX is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is SK52 XYX safe to buy?

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