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FV55 RFJ

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

187,051 mi
Last recorded187,051 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 RFJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 187,051 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 186,988 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 179,700 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 164,350 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 151,456 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 148,618 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 21 May 2015 140,763 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres have slight tread distorsion

Pass 28 May 2014 137,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear door catch stiff to open

Pass 13 Jun 2013 131,576 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 119,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Smoke test shows no reading on deisel test machine (too low)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Feb 2012 119,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Smoke test shows no reading on deisel test machine (too low)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2011 110,001 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 109,986 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 97,209 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres inner edges showing wear

Pass 22 Dec 2009 54,233 miles

offside rear tyre has slight damage to both inner and outer side walls

Pass 22 Dec 2008 30,410 miles

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

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 RFJ 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 87.5%.

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 RFJ, 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 RFJ registered?

FV55 RFJ is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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