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VE61 OGG

2012 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,612 mi
Last recorded125,612 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 OGG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 125,612 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 123,788 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 114,991 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 91,772 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 91,772 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 91,591 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn differential bushes x3 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 71,003 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 62,551 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 55,750 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 46,692 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 46,692 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 37,993 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014
Fail 4 Jul 2014 34,564 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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VE61 OGG is a 2012 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 76,754 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 VE61 OGG, 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 14 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 VE61 OGG registered?

VE61 OGG is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is VE61 OGG safe to buy?

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