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BMZ 1242

2005 BMW 630

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

64,225 mi
Last recorded64,225 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 63081,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 1242
MakeBMW
Model630
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 64,225 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2025 62,810 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 60,430 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 59,332 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 58,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 57,229 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 53,192 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 49,139 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 45,069 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 40,644 miles

nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2016 35,061 miles

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Fail 25 Jul 2016 34,971 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2015 29,167 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 21,719 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 13,660 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 630?

Based on 75,915 MOT tests across 4,603 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,351
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,605
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,250
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,084
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 923
position lamp(s) not working 708
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BMZ 1242 is a 2005 BMW 630 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 630 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,197 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 630 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMZ 1242, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 630 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 630 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMZ 1242 registered?

BMZ 1242 is a 2005 BMW 630, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is BMZ 1242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 1242 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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