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LC53 WZL

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

159,277 mi
Last recorded159,277 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 WZL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 159,277 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 133,154 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 133,154 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 16 May 2013 124,417 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 116,168 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 101,018 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 100,666 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 99,806 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 97,106 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 91,965 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 89,339 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 77,515 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 60,881 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 60,434 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,903 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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LC53 WZL is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LC53 WZL, 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.

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What year was LC53 WZL registered?

LC53 WZL is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is LC53 WZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 WZL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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