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SA52 SZY

2003 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,266 mi
Last recorded113,266 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 SZY
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 113,266 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Mar 2016 97,437 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 37,395 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Mar 2015 90,779 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 90,779 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 88,859 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 88,859 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 87,808 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 85,949 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 84,154 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 75,330 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 75,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 69,802 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 63,152 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 52,635 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 39,365 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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SA52 SZY is a 2003 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SA52 SZY, 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 SA52 SZY registered?

SA52 SZY is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is SA52 SZY safe to buy?

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