2003 BMW X5 2.9L Diesel · MF53 KBY
2003 BMW X5 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 146,645 miles. MOT valid until 11/02/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/02/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,645 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2926cc
MF53 KBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 146,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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MF53 KBY Mileage History
- 11/09/2023135,243 mi
- 20/09/2024138,167 mi+2,924 mi
- 20/09/2024138,167 mi
- 12/02/2026146,645 mi+8,478 mi
Average of roughly 4,705 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
MF53 KBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW X5 (MF53 KBY) between September 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”.
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