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SA03 YDY

2003 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

176,108 mi
Last recorded176,108 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 7 Series89,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 YDY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 176,108 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 166,889 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 157,052 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 147,694 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 132,830 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 110,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jan 2011 85,222 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 83,579 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 83,572 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 65,778 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 18 May 2006 50,249 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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SA03 YDY is a 2003 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SA03 YDY, 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 SA03 YDY registered?

SA03 YDY is a 2003 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is SA03 YDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA03 YDY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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