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HJI 824

2003 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

119,258 mi
Last recorded119,258 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJI 824
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 119,258 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 113,883 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 107,517 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 102,496 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 99,151 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 99,151 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 96,261 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 87,629 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 78,425 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 77,792 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 74,262 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 71,809 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 27 Aug 2013 65,227 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 62,827 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 59,616 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 56,830 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 53,916 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 52,146 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 45,882 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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HJI 824 is a 2003 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HJI 824, 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 HJI 824 registered?

HJI 824 is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HJI 824 safe to buy?

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