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WK55 FZL

2005 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,810 mi
Last recorded165,810 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 FZL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 165,810 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 158,559 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and middle belt ()

Pass 13 Oct 2023 145,538 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 134,816 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 134,793 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2021 127,345 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 125,583 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 125,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2019 123,488 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 119,529 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 116,234 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 108,953 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 101,482 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 89,650 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 79,886 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 71,866 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 64,641 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 64,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 56,554 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 54,275 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 49,455 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)

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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WK55 FZL is a 2005 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WK55 FZL, 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

How do I check the history of WK55 FZL?

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What year was WK55 FZL registered?

WK55 FZL is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is WK55 FZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK55 FZL shows 21 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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