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L7 XBM

2003 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,891 mi
Last recorded145,891 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 XBM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 145,891 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 142,441 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 139,777 miles

Extensive under trays fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 139,777 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Extensive under trays fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 137,188 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 137,185 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 129,510 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2015 126,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2015 126,713 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 116,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2013 106,544 miles

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

The Parking brake also operates the front Brakes. There is no cable linking the front brakes.

Pass 11 Jan 2012 100,379 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 89,563 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 76,944 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 66,663 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 52,936 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 36,141 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 36,141 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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L7 XBM is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver 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 L7 XBM, 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 L7 XBM registered?

L7 XBM is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is L7 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 XBM shows 18 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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