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LG55 XYT

2005 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,770 mi
Last recorded37,770 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 XYT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 37,770 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 37,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 37,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 37,691 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 37,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 37,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 37,422 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 37,225 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 22,827 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 22,114 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 21,486 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 21,069 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 19,509 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 18,146 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 15,798 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 13,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 13,304 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 11,051 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 9,542 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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LG55 XYT is a 2005 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LG55 XYT, 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 LG55 XYT registered?

LG55 XYT is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LG55 XYT safe to buy?

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