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WG04 UDT

2004 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,076 mi
Last recorded168,076 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 UDT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 168,076 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 148,008 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 142,182 miles

Engine light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Slight oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 126,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 126,314 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 103,986 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 93,149 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 82,558 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 71,901 miles

slight play in rear suspension lower /outer/ rearmost bushes

Pass 1 Aug 2009 58,960 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 58,960 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 44,836 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 32,172 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 32,144 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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WG04 UDT is a 2004 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WG04 UDT, 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 WG04 UDT registered?

WG04 UDT is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is WG04 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG04 UDT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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