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SJ03 SLB

2003 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

154,907 mi
Last recorded154,907 miles
Recorded on16 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 SLB
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2021 154,907 miles
Fail 16 May 2021 154,907 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 151,327 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 143,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 135,487 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 128,695 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 122,935 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 115,069 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2014 115,069 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 99,247 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2013 99,247 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 80,749 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 80,648 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 77,261 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 77,261 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 67,546 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 61,345 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 34,392 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on outsides

crack in screen zone b

Pass 22 Nov 2007 26,517 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 37,289 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,991 miles

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

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

n/s/f headlight wash inop

oil level low on min mark

wipers slight smear ok at time of test

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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SJ03 SLB is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ03 SLB, 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 SJ03 SLB registered?

SJ03 SLB is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is SJ03 SLB safe to buy?

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