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RF03 TZG

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,331 mi
Last recorded150,331 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 TZG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 150,331 miles

Engine covers and undertray fitted obscuring proper inspection of some testable components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Sep 2015 150,331 miles

Engine covers and undertray fitted obscuring proper inspection of some testable components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Jun 2014 147,155 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 147,153 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 211,830 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 125,798 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 115,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 107,135 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 107,112 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2007 97,442 miles

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

Offside 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)

Pass 8 May 2006 75,598 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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RF03 TZG is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey 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 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 103,703 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 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF03 TZG, 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 RF03 TZG registered?

RF03 TZG is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is RF03 TZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 TZG 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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