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G8 PCL

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,895 mi
Last recorded142,895 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 PCL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 142,895 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 129,475 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 116,997 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 134,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 126,647 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 123,451 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 152,174 miles

both lower rear arm bushs cracking

Fail 28 Sep 2011 152,174 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both lower rear arm bushs cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2011 130,650 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 116,338 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 116,299 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 102,037 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 91,926 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 78,900 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 78,900 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 56,464 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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G8 PCL is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G8 PCL, 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 G8 PCL registered?

G8 PCL is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is G8 PCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 PCL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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