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KS61 VEV

2011 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,891 mi
Last recorded119,891 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 73082,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS61 VEV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 119,891 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 115,665 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 107,577 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 96,576 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 96,576 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 88,092 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside also worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight damage on windscreen

Pass 2 Jul 2020 79,994 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside + worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Jun 2019 71,913 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside + uneven wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover and undertray fitted

rear differential has slight mist of fluid

Pass 21 Jun 2018 61,645 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jun 2017 51,547 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,300 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2016 43,219 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke cracked (4.2.A.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Front 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 3 Jun 2015 35,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 19,845 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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KS61 VEV is a 2011 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 82,496 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 KS61 VEV, 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 15 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS61 VEV?

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What year was KS61 VEV registered?

KS61 VEV is a 2011 BMW 730, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is KS61 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS61 VEV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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