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X5 TGW

2003 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

171,372 mi
Last recorded171,372 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW X595,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 TGW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 171,372 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 171,372 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 167,697 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 162,306 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 156,316 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 155,634 miles

front brake pipes starting to rust

rear brake discs rusted

slight leak from offside cv gaiter

slight wear in both front suspension bushes

Pass 14 Oct 2015 147,176 miles

Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 11 Oct 2014 137,368 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 137,368 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 126,904 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 117,854 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 108,226 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 102,314 miles

front o/s and n/s tyres outer edges wearing

Pass 24 Mar 2009 88,315 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 63,059 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 31,956 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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X5 TGW is a 2003 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X5 TGW, 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 X5 TGW?

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What year was X5 TGW registered?

X5 TGW is a 2003 BMW X5, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is X5 TGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 TGW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X5 TGW have outstanding finance?

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