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YF03 DWG

2003 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,451 mi
Last recorded156,451 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 5 Series98,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 DWG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 156,451 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 146,850 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 136,065 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 125,473 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front 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 19 Jun 2012 114,322 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 105,704 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 93,782 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 80,646 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 67,892 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 53,700 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 35,841 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 35,841 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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YF03 DWG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YF03 DWG, 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 YF03 DWG?

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What year was YF03 DWG registered?

YF03 DWG is a 2003 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is YF03 DWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 DWG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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