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HK05 ONV

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

156,824 mi
Last recorded156,824 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 ONV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 156,824 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 155,100 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 151,573 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 143,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 138,991 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 134,358 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 134,358 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 127,684 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 118,438 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 108,623 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 96,966 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 85,894 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 75,256 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 65,311 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 59,496 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 52,507 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 47,806 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 42,408 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 34,252 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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HK05 ONV is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HK05 ONV, 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

How do I check the history of HK05 ONV?

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What year was HK05 ONV registered?

HK05 ONV is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is HK05 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 ONV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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