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SP53 NXE

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,270 mi
Last recorded168,270 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 NXE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 168,270 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 168,270 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 164,238 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 159,570 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 153,430 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 148,618 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake pipes corroded

Pass 31 Dec 2018 144,662 miles

Offside front CV Boot is perished slightly

Stone chip in the lower near side part of the windscreen

Pass 20 Dec 2017 140,161 miles

Parking brake on limit @ 16%

Fail 20 Dec 2017 140,161 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Parking brake on limit @ 16%

Pass 16 Mar 2017 132,456 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 129,870 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 126,540 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 118,555 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 105,456 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 92,780 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 82,580 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 75,025 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 65,876 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 65,876 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 63,226 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 48,144 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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SP53 NXE is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP53 NXE, 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 SP53 NXE?

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What year was SP53 NXE registered?

SP53 NXE is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SP53 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 NXE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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