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BF53 HHE

2003 BMW 730

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

115,382 mi
Last recorded115,382 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 730103,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 HHE
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2003
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 115,382 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 110,102 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 107,189 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 107,189 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 104,499 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 101,481 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 99,561 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 97,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside door mirror glass cracked

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 95,770 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 92,765 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2016 89,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 83,816 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 80,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 75,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 73,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2011 71,337 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 68,291 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 62,655 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008
Pass 28 Nov 2006 51,711 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 51,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BF53 HHE is a 2003 BMW 730 in Brown with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BF53 HHE, 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 BF53 HHE registered?

BF53 HHE is a 2003 BMW 730, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is BF53 HHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 HHE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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