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YK12 TFU

2012 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,239 mi
Last recorded109,239 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 73076,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 TFU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 109,239 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 106,664 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 99,270 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 93,834 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 86,661 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 76,126 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 75,380 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 64,404 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 57,509 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 57,509 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 45,220 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 39,306 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 39,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 31,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Feb 2014 13,785 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,055 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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YK12 TFU is a 2012 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 76,754 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 YK12 TFU, 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 14 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 TFU registered?

YK12 TFU is a 2012 BMW 730, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is YK12 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 TFU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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