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AR02 PUT

2004 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

56,396 mi
Last recorded56,396 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR02 PUT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 56,396 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 56,394 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 55,077 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 54,162 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 54,160 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 52,128 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 48,841 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 48,826 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 48,563 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 47,552 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 45,455 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 45,454 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 43,714 miles

all four tyres aged

Pass 4 Sep 2014 42,821 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 40,843 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 40,833 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 39,676 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 38,069 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 38,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 May 2010 36,907 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 33,809 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 28,718 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 24,198 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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AR02 PUT is a 2004 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,246 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 AR02 PUT, 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 22 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 AR02 PUT registered?

AR02 PUT is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is AR02 PUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR02 PUT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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