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BN55 HCV

2005 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,697 mi
Last recorded179,697 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 73099,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 HCV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2016 179,697 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 165,507 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 146,972 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 130,708 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 105,393 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 105,309 miles

play in offside and nearside front lower ball joints

Pass 1 Mar 2012 95,541 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)

air bag light on

Pass 29 Jul 2011 81,141 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 69,548 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,828 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 42,907 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 28,615 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 28,398 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 23,723 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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BN55 HCV is a 2005 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BN55 HCV, 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 BN55 HCV registered?

BN55 HCV is a 2005 BMW 730, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is BN55 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 HCV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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