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SM53 ZYF

2003 BMW 730

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,708 mi
Last recorded119,708 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 ZYF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 119,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 111,593 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 93,023 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 78,413 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 59,662 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 53,010 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 52,239 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 51,050 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 51,050 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 49,664 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 47,992 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 45,094 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 40,395 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 35,406 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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SM53 ZYF is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SM53 ZYF, 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

How do I check the history of SM53 ZYF?

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What year was SM53 ZYF registered?

SM53 ZYF is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is SM53 ZYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 ZYF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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