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YC55 WBO

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,765 mi
Last recorded90,765 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 WBO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 90,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 82,166 miles

Bonnet safety catch very stiff to operate

Front number plate slightly deteriorated

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 74,054 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 63,818 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 55,238 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 45,959 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 37,306 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 29,157 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 29,157 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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YC55 WBO is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YC55 WBO, 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 YC55 WBO registered?

YC55 WBO is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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