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J44 SMC

1992 BMW 730

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,209 mi
Last recorded184,209 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1992 BMW 730138,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 SMC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2007 184,209 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED,BOTH REAR BRAKE DISC CORRODED, O/S/F MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHT CHIPPED.

Pass 6 Nov 2006 179,813 miles

ADVISE # BOTH FRONT BRAKE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS RUST,BOTH REAR BRAKE DISC IN NER SURFACES RUSTY, PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Oil leak

Fail 6 Nov 2006 179,813 miles

ADVISE # BOTH FRONT BRAKE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS RUST,BOTH REAR BRAKE DISC IN NER SURFACES RUSTY, PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2005 174,344 miles

ADVISE # PLASTIC SILL COVER ON BOTH SILL,O/S/R WEAR INDICATOR TOUCHING WHEEL.

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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J44 SMC is a 1992 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 138,875 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 J44 SMC, 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 34 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J44 SMC registered?

J44 SMC is a 1992 BMW 730, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J44 SMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 SMC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J44 SMC have outstanding finance?

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