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DH53 BTE

2003 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

301,200 mi
Last recorded301,200 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH53 BTE
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 301,200 miles

EML on

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2017 290,325 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 270,188 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 158,870 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 134,658 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 122,533 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 115,061 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 105,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc`s worn

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 105,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc`s worn

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 92,425 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 23 Sep 2009 84,208 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 75,995 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 57,861 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 36,457 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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DH53 BTE is a 2003 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,522 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DH53 BTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DH53 BTE registered?

DH53 BTE is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is DH53 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH53 BTE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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