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SN53 VVJ

2003 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

286,347 mi
Last recorded286,347 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 VVJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 286,347 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Apr 2018 286,324 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords showing. tread below minimum >08 mm (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed .97mm tread Cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 260,384 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner controle arm bush [ as marked] (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer forward track control bush [as marked] (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Apr 2016 232,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 134,812 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 131,433 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 131,433 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 117,144 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 106,041 miles

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

Offside Rear 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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 94,914 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 81,219 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 64,374 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 61,038 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 48,616 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 48,160 miles

airbag light on.

Pass 5 Feb 2007 41,110 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 37,112 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 24,736 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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SN53 VVJ is a 2003 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SN53 VVJ, 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 SN53 VVJ registered?

SN53 VVJ is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SN53 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 VVJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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