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VU53 BNA

2003 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

200,013 mi
Last recorded200,013 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 BNA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 200,013 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 193,000 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

bo0th front tyres wearing inner edge

both front tyres has cuts

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2014 184,330 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 169,321 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 169,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 153,442 miles

bothsides rear tyres worn low inner edges

Pass 2 Feb 2011 136,345 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 136,340 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 123,488 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 98,634 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2008 98,634 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 82,222 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 72,787 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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VU53 BNA is a 2003 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU53 BNA, 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 VU53 BNA registered?

VU53 BNA is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is VU53 BNA safe to buy?

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