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WV53 KSN

2003 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

193,536 mi
Last recorded193,536 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 KSN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 193,536 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 187,996 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 181,333 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 165,317 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 147,183 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 147,183 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 128,994 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 128,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 116,034 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 103,091 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside & offside rear tyres advance wear

offside front tyre advance wear

Pass 25 Aug 2011 89,453 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 73,947 miles

nearside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

offside rear tyre has advanced wear on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2009 57,017 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 39,548 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 26,901 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 11,727 miles

a.slight play in rack body

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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WV53 KSN 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 87.5%.

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 WV53 KSN, 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 WV53 KSN registered?

WV53 KSN is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is WV53 KSN safe to buy?

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