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LF04 FRC

2004 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

166,111 mi
Last recorded166,111 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 FRC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 166,111 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 166,075 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 163,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 162,039 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 157,554 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 148,649 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 138,716 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 123,788 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 123,788 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 114,357 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 114,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 107,620 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 107,620 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 95,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2014 88,407 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 81,247 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 81,247 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 70,376 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 63,545 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 59,595 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 59,594 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 55,687 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 52,647 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 36,581 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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LF04 FRC is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,246 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 LF04 FRC, 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 22 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 LF04 FRC registered?

LF04 FRC is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is LF04 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 FRC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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