Hi.
Thanks for the info, Starter motor and battery were changed by the previous owner 2 months ago, I had a quick look at cable and it looks naff, just waiting for replacement cable and will fit and will let you know of any change. I will see my BMW specialist about doing steering and gearbox easier ...

I have recently got myself a 2005 E53 3.0D
I got it with the intension's of fitting a tow bar for a boat.
Was all good when I first seen the car and since fixed a fan blower issue, new resistor! now in the process of doing drivers and passenger windows regulators and also the earth trap in engine ...