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GU60 XSM

2010 BMW 730

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

292,786 mi
Last recorded292,786 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 73085,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU60 XSM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 292,786 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Central Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bush only (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users smell fumes slight (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded rear slight pads are worn slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limits / worn on edges 1.7mm (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil mist full engine transmission bays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff bushes are worn both sides ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both sides dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all slight (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 292,786 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Central Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bush only (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users smell fumes slight (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded rear slight pads are worn slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limits / worn on edges 1.7mm (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil mist full engine transmission bays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump not was not secure (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff bushes are worn both sides ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps contacts and holder dirty mouldy corroded - advised to replace complete unit part one piece (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps contacts and holder dirty mouldy corroded - advised to replace complete unit part one piece (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both sides dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all slight (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users forte turbo and forte d p f regen additive added - now no smoke just fumes smell slightly (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire secured front - oil visible on exhaust shield drips onto exhaust risk of fire hazard (6.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 286,336 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 277,797 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 266,771 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 255,002 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 235,989 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2016 235,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Headlight (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 219,788 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 21 Aug 2014 183,921 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 153,337 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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GU60 XSM is a 2010 BMW 730 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 85,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU60 XSM, 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 16 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GU60 XSM registered?

GU60 XSM is a 2010 BMW 730, first registered on 24 September 2010.

Is GU60 XSM safe to buy?

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