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LL04 VJX

2004 BMW 730

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

94,766 mi
Last recorded94,766 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 VJX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 94,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 92,801 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 88,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm / bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm / bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Oct 2023 88,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm / bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 2mm / bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 79,132 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 73,455 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 66,861 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 66,833 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 52,418 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 48,277 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 45,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 43,839 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 41,171 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 38,114 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 38,114 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 34,029 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,506 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 26,831 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 24,135 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 22,017 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 20,471 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,473 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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LL04 VJX is a 2004 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 LL04 VJX, 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 LL04 VJX registered?

LL04 VJX is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is LL04 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL04 VJX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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