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HV55 XBX

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

202,455 mi
Last recorded202,455 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 XBX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 202,455 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 29 May 2015 202,422 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

play in both rear lower suspension arm outer bearing

Pass 14 Apr 2014 171,480 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 146,489 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 146,489 miles

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 116,685 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 88,826 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 58,443 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 58,372 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 51,372 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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HV55 XBX is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 HV55 XBX, 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 HV55 XBX registered?

HV55 XBX is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is HV55 XBX safe to buy?

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