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R17 RJC

2005 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

129,064 mi
Last recorded129,064 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 RJC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 129,064 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 129,011 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 126,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 123,284 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 121,465 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 121,465 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2021 120,264 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 119,672 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 118,635 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 116,915 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 114,065 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 112,499 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 107,948 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 107,877 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine covers and under trays fitted

unable to see front and rear disc pads

Pass 3 Sep 2014 104,314 miles

Emissions are too clean to register a result

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 103,752 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 102,860 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 102,860 miles

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

offside rear 2x nails near sidewall

Pass 24 Sep 2010 98,954 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 97,613 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 84,681 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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R17 RJC is a 2005 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 R17 RJC, 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 R17 RJC registered?

R17 RJC is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is R17 RJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 RJC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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