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YP05 SXA

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,025 mi
Last recorded195,025 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 SXA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 195,025 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2014 101,233 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 97,910 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 97,820 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 72,352 miles

Nearside rear tyre side wall has slight damage

Offside front steering rack inner track arm ball joint has play

Fail 21 Jun 2012 72,352 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre side wall has slight damage

Offside front steering rack inner track arm ball joint has play

Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,266 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 54,339 miles

n/sand o/s front tyres wearing on outside

Fail 12 Oct 2010 54,336 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/sand o/s front tyres wearing on outside

Fail 3 Sep 2010 53,714 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 41,620 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 29,010 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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YP05 SXA is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YP05 SXA, 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 YP05 SXA registered?

YP05 SXA is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 23 April 2005.

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The MOT history for YP05 SXA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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