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G777 PMV

1989 BMW 730

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

122,929 mi
Last recorded122,929 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW 730144,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG777 PMV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 122,929 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 4 Feb 2026 122,908 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Lower mount bolt loose. (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings Pitman arm insecure. (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 6 Feb 2025 117,565 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 117,565 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 112,395 miles

Nearside Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 106,860 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 106,478 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 106,298 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 106,084 miles

Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 106,084 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 105,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 105,286 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 104,581 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 103,216 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 102,812 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 102,094 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 101,162 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 100,462 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 99,206 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 96,901 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 95,271 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 14 Sep 2007 93,278 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 90,561 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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G777 PMV is a 1989 BMW 730 in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 144,573 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 G777 PMV, 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 37 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G777 PMV registered?

G777 PMV is a 1989 BMW 730, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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