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E8 JHO

2004 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

165,134 mi
Last recorded165,134 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 JHO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 165,134 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 140,735 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 140,731 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 136,804 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 136,802 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 134,889 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 124,518 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 123,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 112,008 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 93,469 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 73,301 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 56,056 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 48,511 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 48,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,035 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 38,859 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 35,328 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 30,135 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 27 May 2009 26,815 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,664 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,897 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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E8 JHO is a 2004 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 98,246 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 E8 JHO, 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 22 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 E8 JHO registered?

E8 JHO is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is E8 JHO safe to buy?

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