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PE53 RYD

2003 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

188,906 mi
Last recorded188,906 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 RYD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 188,906 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 180,482 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 173,594 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 168,600 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 163,339 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 23 Oct 2020 159,978 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 159,978 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 149,601 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 134,001 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 121,990 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 112,550 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 95,170 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 91,326 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 86,456 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 81,556 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 27 Oct 2011 75,678 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 70,301 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 66,390 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 63,743 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 61,152 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 55,127 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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PE53 RYD is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PE53 RYD, 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 PE53 RYD registered?

PE53 RYD is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is PE53 RYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE53 RYD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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