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OV61 FRL

2011 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,445 mi
Last recorded154,445 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 73082,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV61 FRL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 154,445 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 147,003 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 140,485 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 133,396 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2019 119,375 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 106,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the engine covers fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 92,646 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift in track control arm ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the engine covers fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift in track control arm ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2017 92,461 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working doesn't work with the ignition on,engine running (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift in track control arm ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the engine covers fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift in track control arm ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 76,080 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 76,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 67,094 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,885 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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OV61 FRL is a 2011 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 82,496 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 OV61 FRL, 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 15 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV61 FRL registered?

OV61 FRL is a 2011 BMW 730, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is OV61 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV61 FRL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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