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FA54 NHO

2004 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,288 mi
Last recorded137,288 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 73098,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 NHO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 137,288 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 123,391 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 121,481 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 121,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 112,998 miles

Lower under body covers fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2016 104,281 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 102,669 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 102,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 95,325 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 72,192 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 63,865 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 61,394 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 56,896 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 56,886 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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FA54 NHO is a 2004 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FA54 NHO, 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

How do I check the history of FA54 NHO?

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What year was FA54 NHO registered?

FA54 NHO is a 2004 BMW 730, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is FA54 NHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 NHO shows 14 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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