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GJ55 WZB

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,436 mi
Last recorded114,436 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 114,436 miles

Offside Front track rod inner socket minor play

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 110,851 miles

both rear brake hoses deteriorated

crack in windscreen

Pass 8 Jul 2016 103,845 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 167,114 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 94,391 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 83,238 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 67,010 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 49,493 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

SRS LIGHT ON

Pass 31 May 2012 49,493 miles

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

SRS LIGHT ON

Pass 26 May 2011 33,448 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 26,773 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 24,197 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 WZB 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 WZB, 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 WZB registered?

GJ55 WZB is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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