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PX05 XOH

2005 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,194 mi
Last recorded165,194 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 XOH
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 165,194 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 165,189 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 145,355 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2018 138,320 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

nearside door mirror glass slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2017 129,849 miles

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

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 11 May 2017 129,849 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 7 May 2016 122,512 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres has a cut & cracks outer side wall

nearside parking brake cable slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2015 118,880 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 109,388 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 98,995 miles

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

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

both front wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 27 Apr 2013 98,995 miles

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)

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

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

both front wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 27 Apr 2012 95,226 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 87,488 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 77,956 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 77,956 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 65,507 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 48,016 miles

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

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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PX05 XOH is a 2005 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PX05 XOH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX05 XOH registered?

PX05 XOH is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is PX05 XOH safe to buy?

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