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GR55 BVC

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

153,727 mi
Last recorded153,727 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 BVC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 153,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 135,229 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 129,370 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 129,370 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2019 121,468 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 121,466 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2018 113,623 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 102,768 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 91,354 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 82,348 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 72,901 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 61,342 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 54,175 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 54,175 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 46,002 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 35,625 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 26,018 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)

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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GR55 BVC is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GR55 BVC, 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 GR55 BVC registered?

GR55 BVC is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is GR55 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 BVC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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