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RV53 FDC

2003 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

150,523 mi
Last recorded150,523 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 FDC
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 150,523 miles

both front tyres perishing slightly 245 50 18

both head lamps deteriorated

both rear tyres perished slightly

fuel cap seal perished

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 28 Oct 2013 150,523 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres perishing slightly 245 50 18

both head lamps deteriorated

both rear tyres perished slightly

fuel cap seal perished

near side wiper blade in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 6 Oct 2012 147,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

air bag light on

Fail 6 Oct 2012 147,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air bag light on

Pass 5 Aug 2010 138,224 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 134,431 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 134,422 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 126,164 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 112,962 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 97,609 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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RV53 FDC is a 2003 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,522 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 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV53 FDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV53 FDC registered?

RV53 FDC is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 FDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 FDC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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