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BT55 FMP

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

195,196 mi
Last recorded195,196 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 FMP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 195,196 miles

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

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

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Fail 22 Dec 2018 195,196 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 112,380 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 112,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 106,388 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 99,310 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 91,594 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 91,594 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 91,498 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 85,498 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 79,382 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 66,762 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 61,929 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 51,063 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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BT55 FMP is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 99,808 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 BT55 FMP, 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 21 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 BT55 FMP registered?

BT55 FMP is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is BT55 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 FMP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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