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LC52 DWV

2003 BMW 735

Grey Lpg 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,301 mi
Last recorded103,301 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 DWV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 103,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2012 91,504 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 91,504 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2011 86,592 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 86,592 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 78,553 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 78,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,011 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 40,657 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 31,292 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 22,128 miles

Both rear tyre tread depths are worn to 3mm †Both fronts are 7mm

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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LC52 DWV is a 2003 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,600cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC52 DWV, 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 LC52 DWV registered?

LC52 DWV is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is LC52 DWV safe to buy?

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