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LA05 GXC

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

216,726 mi
Last recorded216,726 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 GXC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 216,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 May 2016 115,828 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2014 103,641 miles

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

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

Rear camber needs to be checked.

Pass 3 Jan 2014 98,229 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 91,250 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 86,101 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 86,101 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 80,645 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 67,803 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 49,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 20,496 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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LA05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LA05 GXC, 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 LA05 GXC registered?

LA05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is LA05 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA05 GXC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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