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ERD 1

2003 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,066 mi
Last recorded87,066 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERD 1
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 87,066 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 85,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 84,626 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 83,134 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 82,790 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 79,671 miles

Offside front tyre tread worn out and cracked on outer edge. [Michelin 245/50 X R18W].

Pass 24 Feb 2017 76,357 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut not in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 72,883 miles

Offside Rear Michelin 245/50 X R18W

Pass 6 May 2014 67,957 miles

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

windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas not restricting the drivers view

Pass 3 Jun 2013 65,538 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 61,832 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 57,811 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 52,300 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 49,157 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 46,262 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 70,508 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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ERD 1 is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ERD 1, 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.

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What year was ERD 1 registered?

ERD 1 is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is ERD 1 safe to buy?

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