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LB53 HJK

2003 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 5972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,648 mi
Last recorded50,648 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 HJK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,972cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 50,648 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 48,813 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 48,813 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 47,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside rear lamp damaged

Fail 18 May 2021 47,734 miles

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside rear lamp damaged

Pass 11 Jul 2019 46,155 miles

play in nearside front inner steering rack joint

Fail 11 Jul 2019 46,155 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

play in nearside front inner steering rack joint

Pass 7 Jun 2018 43,974 miles

slight play in nearside front (front arm) suspension arm bush

slight play in nearside front inner steering rack joint

Pass 30 May 2017 42,251 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jun 2016 40,829 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,572 miles

transmission oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 36,618 miles

gear oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,912 miles

Both front tyres have age/stress cracking to outer sidewalls.

Pass 13 Dec 2011 25,510 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 24,579 miles

Bonnet saftey catch partially siezed.

Nearside wing repeater lamp slightly loose.

Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,490 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 22,396 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 19,853 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LB53 HJK is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 5,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 89,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB53 HJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB53 HJK registered?

LB53 HJK is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is LB53 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 HJK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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