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B5 JDH

2005 BMW 730

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,610 mi
Last recorded88,610 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 JDH
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 88,610 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 85,624 miles

Nearside Rear indicator light slight reduced

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 82,854 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 81,427 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 79,053 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 76,540 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 76,540 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 73,082 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 73,072 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 68,892 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 64,716 miles

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)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 61,875 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 57,346 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 51,666 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 45,682 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 39,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,703 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 28,079 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 23,389 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 16,406 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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B5 JDH is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B5 JDH, 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 B5 JDH registered?

B5 JDH is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is B5 JDH safe to buy?

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