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S9 FLT

2003 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,210 mi
Last recorded147,210 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS9 FLT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 147,210 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

front and rear tyres worn close to legal limit

play inner steering arms

rear suspension bushes have slight play

Fail 7 May 2016 147,209 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

front and rear brake discs corroded

front and rear tyres worn close to legal limit

play inner steering arms

rear suspension bushes have slight play

Pass 11 Feb 2015 108,248 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 102,876 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 97,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Feb 2013 97,130 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2013 96,892 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 88,308 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 88,283 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 88,274 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 86,500 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 85,163 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 83,010 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 73,101 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 62,191 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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S9 FLT is a 2003 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S9 FLT, 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 S9 FLT registered?

S9 FLT is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is S9 FLT safe to buy?

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