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LF04 FRV

2004 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

116,851 mi
Last recorded116,851 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 FRV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 116,851 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 112,312 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 110,116 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 107,798 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 106,593 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 102,913 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 91,484 miles

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

slight split in o/s/f tyre outer side wall but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Fail 1 Jun 2011 90,983 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 76,694 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 60,472 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 41,110 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)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,912 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,734 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 FRV is a 2004 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FRV, 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 FRV registered?

LF04 FRV is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LF04 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 FRV 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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