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RY03 AAZ

2003 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,504 mi
Last recorded132,504 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 AAZ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 132,504 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 132,240 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 126,338 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 118,942 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 15 Aug 2011 99,884 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2010 80,282 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 80,282 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre starting to get low on tread

slight damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 1 Jul 2009 71,226 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 62,799 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 62,400 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 May 2007 47,204 miles

parking brake reading just within limits 16%

Pass 6 Jun 2006 36,436 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 36,436 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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RY03 AAZ is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 RY03 AAZ, 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 RY03 AAZ registered?

RY03 AAZ is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is RY03 AAZ safe to buy?

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