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WFZ 7851

2012 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,428 mi
Last recorded151,428 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFZ 7851
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 151,428 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 134,916 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 115,526 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 99,934 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 99,921 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2019 99,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 98,664 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 96,602 miles

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

emission tested and no reading recorded

Fail 28 Jul 2017 96,601 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

emission tested and no reading recorded

Pass 26 Aug 2016 82,571 miles

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

emission tested and no reading recorded

Fail 26 Aug 2016 82,571 miles

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

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

emission tested and no reading recorded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 65,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WFZ 7851 is a 2012 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WFZ 7851, 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 WFZ 7851 registered?

WFZ 7851 is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is WFZ 7851 safe to buy?

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