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SM61 NUO

2011 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,365 mi
Last recorded109,365 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 73082,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 NUO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 109,365 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 105,586 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2024 105,583 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 100,984 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 92,337 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 92,337 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 83,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 75,506 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 75,478 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 72,141 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 65,023 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 55,463 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 55,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 47,601 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 38,202 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 30,287 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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SM61 NUO is a 2011 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM61 NUO, 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 SM61 NUO registered?

SM61 NUO is a 2011 BMW 730, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is SM61 NUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 NUO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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