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VN53 UVJ

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

118,149 mi
Last recorded118,149 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 118,149 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 116,316 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 113,023 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 108,711 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 105,588 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,998 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 100,123 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 96,188 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 92,273 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 87,248 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 83,597 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 83,597 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both rear inner edges (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 80,350 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

front and rear inner brake pads getting close to limit

offside front brake disc worn not weakened

rear brake disc worn

Pass 20 Nov 2013 77,193 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 73,855 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 71,087 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 68,487 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 63,758 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 57,423 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 50,336 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 40,538 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 35,369 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 UVJ is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 UVJ, 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 UVJ?

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What year was VN53 UVJ registered?

VN53 UVJ is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is VN53 UVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN53 UVJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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