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WR53 YBT

2003 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

100,902 mi
Last recorded100,902 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 YBT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 100,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 96,761 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 91,562 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 90,647 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 89,695 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 88,203 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 88,203 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 86,633 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 83,551 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 80,774 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2015 78,398 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 76,353 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 73,315 miles

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

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

Transmission oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2012 70,407 miles

Offside headlamp beam image flat

Transmission oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2011 66,467 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 61,170 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 53,675 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,078 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 32,207 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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WR53 YBT is a 2003 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WR53 YBT, 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 WR53 YBT registered?

WR53 YBT is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is WR53 YBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 YBT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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