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WUL 36

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

151,981 mi
Last recorded151,981 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUL 36
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 151,981 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 151,981 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 151,231 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 150,720 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 150,720 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 149,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 149,239 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 149,234 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 148,801 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 148,221 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 147,015 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 144,481 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 142,267 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 138,373 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 136,988 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 134,073 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 132,906 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 130,610 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 128,547 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 125,169 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 120,424 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 112,960 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 100,152 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 97,413 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 97,413 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs worn

play in o/s/r anti roll bar link arm

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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WUL 36 is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 WUL 36, 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

How do I check the history of WUL 36?

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What year was WUL 36 registered?

WUL 36 is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is WUL 36 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUL 36 shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WUL 36 have outstanding finance?

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