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YL07 GYS

2007 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

222,455 mi
Last recorded222,455 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 73096,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 GYS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 222,455 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 210,957 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front under tray fitting

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 206,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 197,437 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 192,027 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 192,027 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 175,424 miles

Offside o/side front tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2014 159,123 miles

both rear tyres near legal limit

Pass 8 Oct 2013 115,144 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 115,144 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 65,905 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 45,808 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 35,933 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 35,933 miles

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

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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YL07 GYS is a 2007 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 YL07 GYS, 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 YL07 GYS registered?

YL07 GYS is a 2007 BMW 730, first registered on 20 July 2007.

Is YL07 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 GYS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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