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DA55 NLN

2005 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests27 (23 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate85.2%

Mileage

158,194 mi
Last recorded158,194 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 NLN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

23 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 158,194 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 156,282 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 156,282 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 155,038 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 154,443 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 152,879 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 151,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 150,075 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 150,075 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 149,085 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 147,588 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 147,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 146,301 miles

Offside Front vehicle load sensor damaged/broken

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 146,301 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front vehicle load sensor damaged/broken

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 138,629 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 132,156 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 127,477 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 121,176 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 113,054 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 103,583 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 94,531 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 83,670 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 73,003 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 65,120 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 55,482 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 43,201 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 29,744 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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DA55 NLN is a 2005 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.2%.

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 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 DA55 NLN, 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 DA55 NLN registered?

DA55 NLN is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is DA55 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA55 NLN shows 27 tests with a 85.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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