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NC05 GWU

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

168,242 mi
Last recorded168,242 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 GWU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2025 168,242 miles

both front headlamps misty

o/s/f fog lamp insecure

Fail 12 Oct 2025 168,242 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both front headlamps misty

o/s/f fog lamp insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2024 166,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

headlamp misty

o/s/f fog lamp loose

Fail 29 Jun 2024 166,153 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

headlamp misty

o/s/f fog lamp loose

Pass 19 Jun 2023 161,936 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front headlamps misty

o/s/f fog lamp insecure

Pass 28 Jun 2022 159,101 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f fog lamp loose

Fail 28 Jun 2022 159,101 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

n/s/f fog lamp loose

Pass 12 May 2021 156,002 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f fog lamp loose

Pass 12 Oct 2020 154,103 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f fog lamp loose

Pass 12 Oct 2019 147,950 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 133,140 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 133,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2017 129,453 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 129,453 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 119,450 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 119,450 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 111,230 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 104,030 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 89,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 86,135 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 81,033 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 76,110 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 58,923 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2009 47,103 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 36,647 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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NC05 GWU is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NC05 GWU, 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.

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What year was NC05 GWU registered?

NC05 GWU is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is NC05 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC05 GWU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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