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WK53 FKW

2003 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

165,605 mi
Last recorded165,605 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 FKW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 165,605 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded in places (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear both perished / cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 164,195 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 19 Oct 2022 164,194 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 5 Oct 2021 159,788 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre splitting lightly inner sidewall

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 14 Oct 2020 158,358 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 14 Oct 2020 158,358 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 15 Oct 2019 156,201 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both either side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 15 Oct 2019 156,197 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both either side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 17 Oct 2018 150,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges) (245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear tyre splitting on inner wall) (275/35/18

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 17 Oct 2018 150,854 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges) (245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear tyre splitting on inner wall) (275/35/18

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 18 Oct 2017 147,559 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 147,554 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 143,020 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 132,604 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 123,453 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 113,403 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 113,401 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 107,462 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)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 100,653 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 94,972 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 94,972 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 89,043 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 81,271 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 80,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 63,932 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 48,527 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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WK53 FKW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,390 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK53 FKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WK53 FKW registered?

WK53 FKW is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WK53 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK53 FKW shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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