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GV53 BUJ

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

129,516 mi
Last recorded129,516 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 BUJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 129,516 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 125,206 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 122,910 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 118,159 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 115,474 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 111,971 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 111,856 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 108,307 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 104,594 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 101,842 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 99,056 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 94,493 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 91,014 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 90,748 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 90,739 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 80,991 miles

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

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

air bag light on

Pass 13 Sep 2010 71,900 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 71,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 65,373 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 24 Sep 2008 57,920 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 52,467 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,345 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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GV53 BUJ is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GV53 BUJ, 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 GV53 BUJ?

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What year was GV53 BUJ registered?

GV53 BUJ is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is GV53 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 BUJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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