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FV55 CKJ

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,172 mi
Last recorded155,172 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 CKJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 155,172 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 153,812 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 149,893 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 145,570 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 139,448 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 133,073 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 133,073 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 124,897 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F lower rear arm (ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 124,897 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F lower rear arm (ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 114,910 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 108,677 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 103,738 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 97,374 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 97,334 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 May 2014 92,127 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 85,508 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 74,951 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 68,179 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 55,177 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,555 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 24,002 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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FV55 CKJ is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV55 CKJ, 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 FV55 CKJ registered?

FV55 CKJ is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is FV55 CKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 CKJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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