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GJ55 LCP

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,652 mi
Last recorded133,652 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 LCP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 133,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 116,699 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement the big suspension arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement big suspension arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 102,380 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 94,273 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 85,107 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 76,944 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 76,865 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 67,663 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 58,024 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 58,024 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,772 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,586 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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GJ55 LCP is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GJ55 LCP, 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 GJ55 LCP registered?

GJ55 LCP is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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