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BN54 TYX

2004 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

209,852 mi
Last recorded209,852 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 TYX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 209,852 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2018 209,852 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working x2 (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2017 202,205 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 189,024 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 176,960 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 160,354 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 147,450 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 130,370 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 114,272 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 86,279 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2009 74,604 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 41,837 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,788 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 21,585 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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BN54 TYX is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 BN54 TYX, 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 BN54 TYX registered?

BN54 TYX is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is BN54 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 TYX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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