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SP53 UPM

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,401 mi
Last recorded142,401 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 UPM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 142,401 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

slight movement in both rear upper arms

Pass 27 Nov 2017 135,294 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 127,457 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 122,030 miles

Both front forward suspension arm bushes deteriorated but not considered excessive

Pass 23 Dec 2014 115,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front tyre slight damage to side wall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Dec 2014 115,426 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front tyre slight damage to side wall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2013 109,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 101,572 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 87,810 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly perrished

Pass 13 Aug 2010 73,550 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 61,502 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 61,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,806 miles

n/s & o/s/r tyres on the legal limit

Pass 6 Sep 2007 37,378 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 24,428 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 24,428 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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SP53 UPM is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SP53 UPM, 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.

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What year was SP53 UPM registered?

SP53 UPM is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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