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YC07 BCF

2007 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

148,232 mi
Last recorded148,232 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 73096,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 BCF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 148,232 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 145,171 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 137,550 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 132,408 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 132,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 123,362 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 119,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 112,578 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 105,673 miles

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

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

O/s/f tyre had damage on outer sidewall

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

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 105,673 miles

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

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

O/s/f tyre had damage on outer sidewall

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 97,156 miles

Oil leak

air bag light stays on in dash

Pass 11 Apr 2011 79,688 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 76,429 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 69,419 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 69,419 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 56,664 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 38,832 miles

all four tyres have slight cuts to outer walls.

Pass 18 Nov 2008 21,773 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 10,592 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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YC07 BCF is a 2007 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 96,548 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 YC07 BCF, 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 19 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 YC07 BCF registered?

YC07 BCF is a 2007 BMW 730, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is YC07 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 BCF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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