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AF55 XZO

2005 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

154,757 mi
Last recorded154,757 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 XZO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 154,757 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 142,030 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear axle etc (3.6.B.2c)

under trays front // sides // rear

Pass 3 Dec 2015 142,019 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 133,760 miles

chip w/screen, n.s.f. tyre low depth.

Fail 25 Nov 2014 133,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

chip w/screen, n.s.f. tyre low depth.

Pass 26 Nov 2013 116,846 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 97,502 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 93,554 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 76,320 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 57,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 35,987 miles

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)

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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AF55 XZO is a 2005 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF55 XZO, 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 AF55 XZO registered?

AF55 XZO is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AF55 XZO safe to buy?

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