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KT53 VNV

2003 BMW 730

Grey Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

138,749 mi
Last recorded138,749 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT53 VNV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 138,749 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 134,205 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 129,446 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 123,992 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 123,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2021 119,258 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 115,021 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 109,154 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 104,113 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2018 104,111 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2017 101,800 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine management light illuminated

Fail 20 Sep 2017 101,800 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine management light illuminated

Pass 28 Jun 2016 98,256 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2015 94,832 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 91,261 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 86,408 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 77,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 71,725 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Slight Corrosion To Rear Brake Discs.

Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,005 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 55,030 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 45,041 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 39,340 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,611 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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KT53 VNV is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KT53 VNV, 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 KT53 VNV registered?

KT53 VNV is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is KT53 VNV safe to buy?

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