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M4 XRA

2003 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,865 mi
Last recorded120,865 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 XRA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 120,865 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 120,598 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 120,315 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside front and offside front (4.1.4 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 119,216 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged nearside ()

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 119,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high nearside front (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low offside front (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear - incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged nearside ()

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 117,212 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 117,205 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 113,191 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 May 2019 113,191 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 112,607 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 108,309 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 106,302 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 101,201 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to perish.

Pass 8 Jan 2010 93,077 miles

Nearside 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)

Oil leak

srs light stays on

Pass 14 Sep 2008 89,405 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 58,200 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 55,990 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 55,852 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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M4 XRA is a 2003 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M4 XRA, 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

How do I check the history of M4 XRA?

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What year was M4 XRA registered?

M4 XRA is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is M4 XRA safe to buy?

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