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AP03 ZVX

2003 BMW 730

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

166,168 mi
Last recorded166,168 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 ZVX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 166,168 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 151,220 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 136,800 miles

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Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 120,511 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 109,898 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 105,920 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 101,870 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 May 2014 97,872 miles

All tyres have cracking on thier sidewalls

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2013 93,592 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 93,516 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2012 88,832 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 82,481 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 82,481 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 76,057 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 72,251 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 64,015 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2007 51,490 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 37,722 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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AP03 ZVX is a 2003 BMW 730 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AP03 ZVX, 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 AP03 ZVX registered?

AP03 ZVX is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is AP03 ZVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 ZVX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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