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EY55 JRZ

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

317,367 mi
Last recorded317,367 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 JRZ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 May 2013 317,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front headlight brackets damaged (headlight still secure)

Pass 15 May 2013 317,367 miles

Offside front headlight brackets damaged (headlight still secure)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 178,184 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 160,328 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 143,914 miles

front brake discs slighly worn

front brake pads close to sensors

Fail 8 Sep 2010 143,914 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front brake discs slighly worn

front brake pads close to sensors

Pass 18 Feb 2010 140,814 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 138,348 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 138,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2009 111,862 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 107,801 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 93,977 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 90,468 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 76,635 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 76,635 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 53,102 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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EY55 JRZ is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EY55 JRZ, 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.

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What year was EY55 JRZ registered?

EY55 JRZ is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EY55 JRZ safe to buy?

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