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RY05 YGW

2005 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

321,855 mi
Last recorded321,855 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 YGW
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 321,855 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 193,488 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2017 181,853 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 May 2016 168,522 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 May 2015 155,233 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 140,219 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 131,585 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 125,505 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 118,974 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 108,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 97,807 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 92,985 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 92,985 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2006 28,879 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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RY05 YGW is a 2005 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RY05 YGW, 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 RY05 YGW registered?

RY05 YGW is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is RY05 YGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 YGW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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