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WK53 HYZ

2003 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

148,321 mi
Last recorded148,321 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 HYZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 148,321 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 145,433 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 142,997 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 139,051 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 137,315 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2021 135,378 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 133,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nsf tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 1 Jun 2019 132,068 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 128,526 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 125,819 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 123,350 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 119,684 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 116,407 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 116,407 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2013 113,053 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 110,415 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 108,474 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 101,236 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 95,084 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 90,622 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 83,568 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 72,373 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 HYZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Green 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 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK53 HYZ registered?

WK53 HYZ is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is WK53 HYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK53 HYZ 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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