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LG54 OXC

2004 BMW 730

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,567 mi
Last recorded124,567 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 OXC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 124,567 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 124,567 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 112,053 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 18,153 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 100,131 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2014 95,728 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Dec 2014 95,728 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2013 87,843 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 81,939 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 73,733 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 67,056 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 67,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 56,192 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 45,345 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 16,550 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 16,550 miles

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

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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LG54 OXC is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG54 OXC, 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 LG54 OXC registered?

LG54 OXC is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is LG54 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG54 OXC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG54 OXC have outstanding finance?

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