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OU16 XRX

2016 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,557 mi
Last recorded98,557 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 73058,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU16 XRX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 98,557 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 91,336 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2024 85,848 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP/ CRACK IN ZONE A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 84,069 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 78,449 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 72,155 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 65,895 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 61,633 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 58,343 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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OU16 XRX is a 2016 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 58,009 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 OU16 XRX, 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 10 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 OU16 XRX?

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What year was OU16 XRX registered?

OU16 XRX is a 2016 BMW 730, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is OU16 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU16 XRX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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