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L257 GRD

1993 BMW 730

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

169,022 mi
Last recorded169,022 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1993 BMW 730135,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 GRD
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 169,022 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 164,325 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 162,181 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 158,344 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 144,600 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 144,078 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 143,114 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 143,114 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 142,641 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 142,412 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 141,799 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front to rear fuel pipe has slight corrosion

Pass 9 Nov 2006 141,583 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 141,418 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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L257 GRD is a 1993 BMW 730 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1993 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 135,118 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 L257 GRD, 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 33 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 L257 GRD registered?

L257 GRD is a 1993 BMW 730, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L257 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L257 GRD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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