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BK04 HVC

2004 BMW 730

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,804 mi
Last recorded81,804 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 HVC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 81,804 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 75,720 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 75,718 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 75,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 70,026 miles

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

nearside rear view mirror missing

Pass 26 Nov 2013 63,208 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2012 57,671 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2012 57,671 miles

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

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Nov 2011 51,562 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 41,782 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 34,958 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 27,749 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 22,087 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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BK04 HVC is a 2004 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK04 HVC, 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 BK04 HVC registered?

BK04 HVC is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 17 April 2004.

Is BK04 HVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK04 HVC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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