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A15 LUX

2005 BMW 730

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

271,781 mi
Last recorded271,781 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 LUX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 271,781 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2021 253,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre damage sidewall

Offside Front tyre damage sidewall

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2015 131,310 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 114,170 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 98,031 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 98,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 91,902 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 80,803 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 63,082 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 63,082 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2009 41,709 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 41,709 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,449 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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A15 LUX is a 2005 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 A15 LUX, 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 A15 LUX registered?

A15 LUX is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is A15 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 LUX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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