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LC55 BYX

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,708 mi
Last recorded141,708 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 BYX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2017 141,708 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs inner face (3.5.1i)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 123,032 miles

Emissions 0% On Test

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 109,641 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 97,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 85,368 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,126 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2011 68,428 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 60,568 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 51,464 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 41,262 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)

exhaust emissions no reading

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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LC55 BYX 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 100%.

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 LC55 BYX, 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 LC55 BYX registered?

LC55 BYX is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LC55 BYX safe to buy?

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