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MJ03 ABN

2003 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,319 mi
Last recorded179,319 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ03 ABN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 179,319 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 179,318 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 160,398 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 147,787 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 121,761 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2010 121,761 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 86,577 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 45,619 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 43,590 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 43,590 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 38,289 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 32,774 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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MJ03 ABN is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJ03 ABN, 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 MJ03 ABN registered?

MJ03 ABN is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is MJ03 ABN safe to buy?

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