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R2 VCJ

2014 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

212,737 mi
Last recorded212,737 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 73067,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 VCJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 212,737 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 197,456 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 179,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 159,105 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 159,105 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 151,202 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 151,155 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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R2 VCJ is a 2014 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 67,707 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 R2 VCJ, 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 12 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R2 VCJ registered?

R2 VCJ is a 2014 BMW 730, first registered on 24 November 2014.

Is R2 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 VCJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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