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BD05 GUL

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,432 mi
Last recorded109,432 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 GUL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2013 109,432 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 98,105 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 85,931 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 75,285 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 57,274 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 57,273 miles

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

viscos fan noisy

Pass 24 Jan 2008 41,765 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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BD05 GUL is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BD05 GUL, 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 BD05 GUL registered?

BD05 GUL is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is BD05 GUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 GUL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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