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OV53 YLA

2003 BMW 730

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

95,329 mi
Last recorded95,329 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 YLA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 95,329 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 91,265 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 87,262 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 86,626 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 80,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 77,323 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 77,322 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 76,233 miles

Nearside Front tyre outter wall damaged

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 75,247 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40-19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 73,825 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 71,723 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 70,571 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 67,993 miles

parking brake at minimum effort

Fail 27 Nov 2015 67,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

parking brake at minimum effort

Pass 6 Nov 2014 64,834 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 60,931 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 57,634 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 54,094 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 49,797 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 49,797 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 44,995 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 44,995 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

water marks front number plate

Pass 30 Oct 2008 38,744 miles

front/rear number plates have water marks

Pass 13 Nov 2007 30,932 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 23,987 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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OV53 YLA is a 2003 BMW 730 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 OV53 YLA, 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 OV53 YLA registered?

OV53 YLA is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is OV53 YLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 YLA shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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