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LF62 GWJ

2012 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,089 mi
Last recorded98,089 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF62 GWJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 98,089 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 93,952 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

underbody covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2024 91,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear diff rubbers splitting

Pass 21 Sep 2023 73,054 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 72,963 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 66,685 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 57,103 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 50,118 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 47,942 miles

Emissions to low to read

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Oct 2019 47,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Emissions to low to read

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Oct 2018 44,327 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 37,079 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 34,624 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 34,596 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 29,953 miles

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

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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LF62 GWJ is a 2012 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 76,754 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 LF62 GWJ, 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 14 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LF62 GWJ registered?

LF62 GWJ is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LF62 GWJ safe to buy?

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