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EF53 ZXN

2003 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

182,133 mi
Last recorded182,133 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 ZXN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 182,133 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 178,376 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 174,957 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns+os (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 171,486 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 161,345 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 151,439 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 141,451 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 128,424 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 119,821 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 109,587 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 109,524 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 97,006 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 78,371 miles

Front and Rear number plates starting to de-laminate

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2009 67,688 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

front and rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Fail 21 Dec 2009 67,688 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

front and rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 5 Jan 2009 56,822 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 38,737 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 21,797 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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EF53 ZXN is a 2003 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 103,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF53 ZXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 730 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF53 ZXN?

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What year was EF53 ZXN registered?

EF53 ZXN is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is EF53 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 ZXN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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