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LJ16 FWO

2016 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

317,282 mi
Last recorded317,282 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 73058,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 FWO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2025 317,282 miles

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

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

Rear diff seals leaking

Rear prop rubber mount

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 58,782 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 49,386 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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LJ16 FWO is a 2016 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 58,009 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 LJ16 FWO, 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 10 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ16 FWO registered?

LJ16 FWO is a 2016 BMW 730, first registered on 21 June 2016.

Is LJ16 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 FWO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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