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LB03 TXZ

2003 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,789 mi
Last recorded156,789 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 TXZ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 156,789 miles

engine management light on

inner steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

Pass 30 Sep 2015 129,988 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 107,166 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2013 95,075 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 95,047 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 88,865 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 88,865 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 87,493 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 87,379 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake reaction bushes spilting

rear tyrtes 3mm

Pass 29 Jun 2010 65,632 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 41,615 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 36,350 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 34,821 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 2,868 miles

nail in osr tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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LB03 TXZ is a 2003 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,522 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB03 TXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB03 TXZ registered?

LB03 TXZ is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LB03 TXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 TXZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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