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MC04 BXG

2004 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

145,838 mi
Last recorded145,838 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 BXG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 145,838 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 139,626 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 139,618 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 110,673 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 105,884 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 98,469 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 94,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 90,448 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 86,891 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 84,321 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 81,419 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 76,770 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 76,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 70,043 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 70,043 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 63,353 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 53,879 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 48,415 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 45,990 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 45,990 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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MC04 BXG is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MC04 BXG, 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 MC04 BXG registered?

MC04 BXG is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 22 July 2004.

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