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LF54 FJY

2005 BMW 730

Black Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,600 mi
Last recorded129,600 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 FJY
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 129,600 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 122,595 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight cracking on inner edge & waring close to limit .

Offside Rear tyre has slight cracking on inner edge

Pass 30 Jan 2018 122,030 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on dash

Fail 26 Jan 2018 122,027 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on dash

Pass 13 Feb 2017 118,856 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge 245/5018

Pass 3 Feb 2016 109,796 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 100,006 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 86,194 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 86,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 71,878 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 58,688 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 46,651 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

front brake disc slightly worn.

Pass 3 Jul 2009 65,746 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 63,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 45,547 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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LF54 FJY is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LF54 FJY, 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 LF54 FJY registered?

LF54 FJY is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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