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YB55 XOH

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,607 mi
Last recorded161,607 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB55 XOH
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 161,607 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 161,607 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 153,249 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 139,667 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 114,741 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 114,481 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front brake pads are wor very close to legal limit

o/s rear tyre is very worn and has very uneven wear

Pass 10 May 2013 97,605 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 84,526 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 73,452 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 24 May 2011 73,452 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 9 Mar 2010 56,368 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 40,096 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 21,183 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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YB55 XOH is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YB55 XOH, 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.

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What year was YB55 XOH registered?

YB55 XOH is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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