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CV55 LWG

2005 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

110,413 mi
Last recorded110,413 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV55 LWG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 110,413 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 102,245 miles

engine/under covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 93,691 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower rose joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front arm bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 93,688 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower rose joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front arm bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 80,460 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 67,657 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 67,657 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 50,869 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 50,869 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 34,973 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 25,985 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 19,252 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2010 19,252 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

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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CV55 LWG is a 2005 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CV55 LWG, 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

How do I check the history of CV55 LWG?

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What year was CV55 LWG registered?

CV55 LWG is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CV55 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV55 LWG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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