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BU14 XEO

2014 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,770 mi
Last recorded129,770 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 73067,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 XEO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 129,770 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 104,684 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 81,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 81,445 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating BOTH (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 67,795 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 66,686 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 62,176 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 58,019 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 47,589 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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BU14 XEO is a 2014 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 67,707 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 BU14 XEO, 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 12 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU14 XEO?

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What year was BU14 XEO registered?

BU14 XEO is a 2014 BMW 730, first registered on 1 March 2014.

Is BU14 XEO safe to buy?

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