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T238 SBJ

1999 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

234,277 mi
Last recorded234,277 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT238 SBJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 234,277 miles

underbody, engine and sill covers fitted unable to check all components

Pass 22 Apr 2015 229,229 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all brake pipes covered in grease and both front tyres perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2014 224,752 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2014 224,752 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2013 221,217 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 221,217 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 215,239 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 210,149 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 203,512 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 196,687 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 196,676 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 193,899 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 178,069 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 178,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

front exhaust flexis starting to blow

Pass 13 Dec 2005

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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T238 SBJ is a 1999 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T238 SBJ, 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 27 years old, this BMW 730 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T238 SBJ registered?

T238 SBJ is a 1999 BMW 730, first registered on 9 March 1999.

Is T238 SBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T238 SBJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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