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VK53 UNU

2003 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,385 mi
Last recorded166,385 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 UNU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 166,385 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 160,457 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 155,486 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake only just met minimum legal requirements may require adjustments or repair

Pass 13 May 2020 151,014 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 145,947 miles

cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2018 139,800 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2017 132,149 miles

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2017 132,146 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2016 128,170 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Under-traysfitted

Pass 8 Oct 2014 125,334 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 119,132 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 119,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2012 113,269 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 111,748 miles

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

some oil loss

Pass 26 Oct 2010 109,183 miles

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

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

smell of diesel under bonnet, no leak visible.

Pass 3 Oct 2009 105,173 miles

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2009 105,173 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 72,031 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 100,313 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 100,178 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 77,957 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in n/s/f roll bar link (knocking)

wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 29 Sep 2006 59,961 miles

tyres low

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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VK53 UNU is a 2003 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VK53 UNU, 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

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What year was VK53 UNU registered?

VK53 UNU is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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