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FJ12 VEV

2012 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,904 mi
Last recorded140,904 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 VEV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 140,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

several alloy wheels repaired

Fail 23 Aug 2023 140,904 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge max edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

several alloy wheels repaired

Pass 27 Jul 2022 128,019 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 122,588 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2020 114,649 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (275/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 105,909 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 91,535 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 75,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 60,429 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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FJ12 VEV is a 2012 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 76,754 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 FJ12 VEV, 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 14 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ12 VEV registered?

FJ12 VEV is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FJ12 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 VEV 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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