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VU04 VLD

2004 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,131 mi
Last recorded123,131 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 VLD
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 123,131 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2015 120,870 miles

both front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

brake warning light illuminating on dash

Fail 19 Jan 2015 120,867 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

brake warning light illuminating on dash

Pass 12 Dec 2013 117,076 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 110,305 miles

airbag light on

front brakes juddering slightly

rear brake discs worn

rear indicators slightly dis coloured

rear tyres close to legal limit

slight cut offside front tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2011 95,573 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake pads low

Pass 3 Nov 2010 89,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,702 miles

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

n/s/r door will not open

Pass 4 Mar 2009 73,523 miles

Airbag warning light on.

Pass 25 Mar 2008 63,730 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2007 49,811 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake pads @ 3mm

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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VU04 VLD is a 2004 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,246 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 VU04 VLD, 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 22 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 VU04 VLD registered?

VU04 VLD is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is VU04 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 VLD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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