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N9 HPR

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,036 mi
Last recorded138,036 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN9 HPR
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 138,036 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

smoke test no reading

Fail 30 Jun 2015 138,036 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

smoke test no reading

Pass 3 Jul 2014 129,507 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

smoke test no reading

Fail 2 Jul 2014 129,506 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

smoke test no reading

Pass 23 Aug 2013 124,606 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 117,067 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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N9 HPR is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N9 HPR, 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 N9 HPR registered?

N9 HPR is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is N9 HPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N9 HPR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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