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FX53 RJZ

2003 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,730 mi
Last recorded148,730 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 RJZ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 148,730 miles

Nearside Front Wiper slightly smearing.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wiper slightly smearing.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Plastic under trays fitted.

Fail 24 Nov 2018 148,730 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Plastic under trays fitted.

Nearside Front Wiper slightly smearing.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wiper slightly smearing.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 139,523 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 129,001 miles

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer lower hub bush has slight play (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 115,327 miles

Nearside Front Inner Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front wiper blades smearing

play in O/S track rod (tie bar)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 102,362 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rbt park brake efficiency 18 percent

Fail 17 Oct 2014 102,361 miles

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

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 90,987 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 76,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2012 76,154 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 59,062 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 49,255 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 38,113 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 29,437 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 29,437 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,180 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 16,056 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 10,640 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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FX53 RJZ is a 2003 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX53 RJZ, 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

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What year was FX53 RJZ registered?

FX53 RJZ is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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