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MW55 YMY

2005 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

218,666 mi
Last recorded218,666 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 YMY
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 218,666 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 218,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2017 211,727 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 192,871 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 170,975 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 143,705 miles

engine oil leaks

slight play n/s/f front bottom ball joint

slight play o/s steering rack end

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2013 112,855 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 82,918 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 66,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 58,119 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 51,118 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 43,255 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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MW55 YMY is a 2005 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 99,808 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 MW55 YMY, 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 21 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 MW55 YMY registered?

MW55 YMY is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is MW55 YMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 YMY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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