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DN55 EKU

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

136,322 mi
Last recorded136,322 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 EKU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 136,322 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 136,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 133,833 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 129,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 123,589 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 122,556 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 122,178 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 121,924 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 121,744 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 116,650 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 105,485 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 101,843 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 96,267 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 88,343 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 73,605 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 36,582 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,487 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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DN55 EKU is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DN55 EKU, 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 DN55 EKU registered?

DN55 EKU is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is DN55 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN55 EKU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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