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MT61 FZS

2012 BMW 730

White Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,891 mi
Last recorded121,891 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT61 FZS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 121,891 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 108,657 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 94,475 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 83,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Mar 2022 77,801 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 76,849 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 76,847 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 73,571 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 69,237 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 65,535 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 64,087 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 53,801 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 53,132 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 32,618 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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MT61 FZS is a 2012 BMW 730 in White with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 76,754 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 MT61 FZS, 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 14 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 MT61 FZS registered?

MT61 FZS is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is MT61 FZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT61 FZS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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