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WR55 MTE

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,695 mi
Last recorded139,695 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 MTE
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 139,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S N/S (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 132,930 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 128,321 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 123,000 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 120,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 111,818 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)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 96,000 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 88,778 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 73,598 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 70,420 miles

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

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)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 58,701 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 58,551 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 47,100 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 46,641 miles

handbrake efficency low

Fail 14 Jul 2008 46,641 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 40,942 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 33,613 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 15,493 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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WR55 MTE is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WR55 MTE, 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 WR55 MTE registered?

WR55 MTE is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is WR55 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR55 MTE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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