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LS03 VFB

2003 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

179,063 mi
Last recorded179,063 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 VFB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 179,063 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 2 Jun 2014 163,731 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 163,731 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 130,094 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 114,991 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 112,572 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 109,314 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 109,314 miles

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 8 May 2008 105,413 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 105,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2007 81,572 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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LS03 VFB is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 LS03 VFB, 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 LS03 VFB registered?

LS03 VFB is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LS03 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 VFB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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