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CX53 UGC

2003 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

133,601 mi
Last recorded133,601 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 UGC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 133,601 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 106,210 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 3 Jan 2018 106,206 miles

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

n/s front tyre wall slight damage ( no cords showing)

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 3 Jan 2017 70,794 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 70,791 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 63,922 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 63,922 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 55,979 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 47,620 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 43,751 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 42,765 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 42,765 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 38,424 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 33,630 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 28,061 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 23,028 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 13 Nov 2006 16,521 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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CX53 UGC is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 89,092 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX53 UGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX53 UGC registered?

CX53 UGC is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is CX53 UGC safe to buy?

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