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BU05 XZB

2005 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,185 mi
Last recorded92,185 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XZB
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 92,185 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 92,173 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 78,252 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 69,174 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 62,772 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 49,852 miles

engine/underside covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2009 42,092 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 32,422 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

metal in all tyres

Pass 27 Jul 2007 23,767 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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BU05 XZB is a 2005 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BU05 XZB, 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 BU05 XZB registered?

BU05 XZB is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is BU05 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 XZB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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