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NL55 JRU

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,143 mi
Last recorded151,143 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 JRU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 151,143 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Apr 2018 142,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2017 132,007 miles

under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 4 Mar 2017 132,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Apr 2016 122,003 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 115,856 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2015 115,856 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 104,398 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 94,258 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 94,258 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside front wiper has only just met minimum requirements

Pass 12 Jan 2012 84,405 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 66,266 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 42,697 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 26,779 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 25,463 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 25,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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NL55 JRU is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL55 JRU, 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 NL55 JRU registered?

NL55 JRU is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is NL55 JRU safe to buy?

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