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MF04 UHG

2004 BMW 730

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

159,198 mi
Last recorded159,198 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 UHG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 159,198 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 159,198 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 144,434 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 29 Dec 2015 144,432 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2015 132,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 132,237 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 120,565 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2013 120,564 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 111,151 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

airbag light on

Pass 9 Dec 2011 100,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

airbag light on

Fail 8 Dec 2011 100,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

airbag light on

Fail 22 Dec 2010 86,797 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 86,797 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 72,649 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 72,649 miles

Nearside Outer Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 58,362 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 47,899 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 39,505 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 39,438 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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MF04 UHG is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 MF04 UHG, 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.

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What year was MF04 UHG registered?

MF04 UHG is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is MF04 UHG safe to buy?

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