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VA03 JMU

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,322 mi
Last recorded185,322 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 JMU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 185,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 171,685 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 171,685 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 159,064 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 151,724 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 228,590 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 136,845 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2010 136,845 miles

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

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 50,125 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front wundsceen have crack less then 10mm in zone a

Pass 12 Jul 2008 120,687 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 88,008 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 47,458 miles

front tyres worn down to 3-4mm

rear brake pads worn

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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VA03 JMU is a 2003 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VA03 JMU, 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 VA03 JMU registered?

VA03 JMU is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is VA03 JMU safe to buy?

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