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LC53 ZXV

2003 BMW 730

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

108,995 mi
Last recorded108,995 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 ZXV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 108,995 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 101,728 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' but not in drivers view of the road

Rear parking brake effort on limit 16%

both head lamp lenses deteriorated

fuel cap sealing washer perished

Fail 20 Jan 2018 101,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' but not in drivers view of the road

Rear parking brake effort on limit 16%

both head lamp lenses deteriorated

fuel cap sealing washer perished

Pass 13 Jan 2017 98,038 miles

Oil leak ()

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 11 Jan 2016 90,604 miles

oil leak

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 19 Nov 2014 85,289 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 79,728 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 74,709 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,584 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 61,653 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 52,777 miles

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)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 42,423 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 32,716 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 25,241 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 ZXV is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ZXV, 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 LC53 ZXV registered?

LC53 ZXV is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is LC53 ZXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 ZXV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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