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FR03 GWV

2003 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,571 mi
Last recorded160,571 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 GWV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jan 2013 160,571 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Outer Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 160,571 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 158,941 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 156,320 miles

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

o/sns/front tyres wearing from outer shoulder.

Pass 9 Jun 2009 136,959 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 112,063 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 83,853 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 82,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 56,974 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn to legal limit

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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FR03 GWV is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FR03 GWV, 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 FR03 GWV registered?

FR03 GWV is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FR03 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR03 GWV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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