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VE52 LTA

2003 BMW X5

White Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,761 mi
Last recorded134,761 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 LTA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 134,761 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 127,554 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 115,796 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front chip on screen

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2018 102,586 miles

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Low emitter - no emission paperwork.

Pass 24 Mar 2017 89,188 miles

Both front lower suspension front arm inner bushes in poor condition.

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Low emitter - no emission paperwork.

Smell of diesel under bonnet but no visible leaks.

Pass 18 Mar 2016 81,896 miles

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Just acceptable free play detected at steering wheel.

Slight wear to front and rear brake pads.

Fail 18 Mar 2016 81,892 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Just acceptable free play detected at steering wheel.

Slight wear to front and rear brake pads.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 75,535 miles

both rear tyres inner edges worn, no chords exposed

Pass 25 Mar 2014 71,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 65,929 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 57,829 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 51,241 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 46,875 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 46,753 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 38,829 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 32,917 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 32,829 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 22,868 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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VE52 LTA is a 2003 BMW X5 in White with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VE52 LTA, 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.

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What year was VE52 LTA registered?

VE52 LTA is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is VE52 LTA safe to buy?

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