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VN53 FPV

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,300 mi
Last recorded138,300 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 FPV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 138,300 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 136,399 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 136,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 134,461 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 132,666 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 129,107 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 118,351 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 118,351 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 109,975 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 103,288 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 92,754 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 87,908 miles

Both rear tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2010 87,908 miles

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

Both rear tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2009 77,880 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 60,250 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 50,827 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 46,550 miles

STONE CHIP ZONE B †CUTS TO BOTH FRONT AND O/S/R TYRES NOT TO CORDS

Pass 11 Oct 2006 45,498 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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VN53 FPV is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver 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 VN53 FPV, 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 VN53 FPV?

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What year was VN53 FPV registered?

VN53 FPV is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is VN53 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN53 FPV shows 18 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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