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NJ12 LZN

2012 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,954 mi
Last recorded73,954 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 LZN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 73,954 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 73,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 71,539 miles

engine oil cap damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2023 70,294 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 70,294 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 68,317 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 66,779 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 65,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 61,618 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 53,895 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 46,822 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 40,222 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 32,931 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 25,039 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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NJ12 LZN is a 2012 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NJ12 LZN, 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

How do I check the history of NJ12 LZN?

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What year was NJ12 LZN registered?

NJ12 LZN is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is NJ12 LZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ12 LZN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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