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VU05 BMZ

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

228,611 mi
Last recorded228,611 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 BMZ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 228,611 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 222,027 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 216,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 206,579 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 194,429 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 183,005 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 160,887 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)

child seats fitted front & rear not allowing full inspection of the adult seat belts

Fail 28 Jun 2016 160,800 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

child seats fitted front & rear not allowing full inspection of the adult seat belts

Pass 7 Jul 2015 140,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2015 140,360 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2014 127,400 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 126,751 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 118,895 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 107,251 miles

Airbag light on.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 93,547 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2010 85,589 miles

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

front brake disc's slightly worn and scored

Pass 28 Jun 2009 77,500 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 65,181 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 65,181 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 64,300 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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VU05 BMZ is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU05 BMZ, 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 VU05 BMZ registered?

VU05 BMZ is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 17 May 2005.

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