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LM53 ULC

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

237,601 mi
Last recorded237,601 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 ULC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 237,601 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 232,798 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 227,143 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 218,794 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 212,900 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 202,574 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 194,245 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 183,027 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 174,643 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 161,798 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 140,969 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 116,862 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 91,524 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 91,524 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive 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)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 66,156 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 48,783 miles

has a cut in the n/s/f tyre wall not exposing coreds

Pass 1 Feb 2006 29,325 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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LM53 ULC is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LM53 ULC, 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 LM53 ULC registered?

LM53 ULC is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is LM53 ULC safe to buy?

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