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YC05 TVN

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,368 mi
Last recorded182,368 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 TVN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 182,368 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 182,330 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 178,039 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 170,663 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 162,182 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 154,602 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 146,944 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s rear wishbone bushes perished/deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 131,185 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 123,144 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2017 119,345 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Jun 2016 115,228 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 106,911 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 106,911 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 96,020 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 89,641 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 80,054 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 71,015 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 63,533 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,383 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 55,028 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)

Pass 27 May 2008 44,369 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YC05 TVN is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black 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 YC05 TVN, 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 YC05 TVN?

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What year was YC05 TVN registered?

YC05 TVN is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is YC05 TVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 TVN 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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