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BMW 730

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

D1 CTCMOT history

D1 CTC is a grey diesel BMW 730 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 161,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
161,098 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 CTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 CTC was last recorded at 161,098 miles on 28 May 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,062 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
7,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,098 miles
  • 2025 – 161,062 miles
  • 2024 – 159,643 miles
  • 2023 – 155,923 miles
  • 2022 – 147,548 miles
  • 2021 – 144,904 miles
  • 2020 – 140,077 miles
  • 2019 – 134,676 miles
  • 2018 – 125,932 miles
  • 2017 – 114,439 miles
  • 2016 – 109,377 miles
  • 2015 – 99,994 miles
  • 2014 – 96,706 miles
  • 2013 – 90,777 miles
  • 2012 – 74,629 miles
  • 2011 – 62,027 miles
  • 2010 – 56,902 miles
  • 2009 – 47,325 miles
  • 2008 – 42,971 miles
  • 2007 – 34,391 miles
  • 2006 – 20,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,098 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,098 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    161,098 miles
    Test number
    450800033526
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail161,062 miles (+1,419)2 dangerous11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,062 miles
    Test number
    164029755955
    • DangerousCentral Prop shaft bearing housing likely to fail (6.1.7 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor at seat belt mount points and fuel tank hanger mount points (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass159,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,643 miles
    Test number
    619126439508
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  4. Fail159,643 miles (+26)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,643 miles
    Test number
    116340304600
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  5. Fail159,617 miles (+3,694)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,617 miles
    Test number
    704137493493
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached inner bush out of arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x member at rear mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle floor above fuel tank and rear subframe badly corroded and soft

  6. Pass155,923 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    155,923 miles
    Test number
    828751777598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail155,918 miles (+8,370)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,918 miles
    Test number
    661817598564
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,548 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    147,548 miles
    Test number
    617619788852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear diff front bushes badly worn

  9. Fail147,545 miles (+2,641)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,545 miles
    Test number
    332258335639
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative door (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear diff front bushes badly worn

  10. Pass144,904 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    144,904 miles
    Test number
    383839186760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,077 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    140,077 miles
    Test number
    206854411690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail140,075 miles (+5,399)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,075 miles
    Test number
    673210377462
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn anchor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn anchor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass134,676 miles (+188)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2020
    Odometer
    134,676 miles
    Test number
    571758473869
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail134,488 miles (+8,556)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,488 miles
    Test number
    838553446844
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  15. Pass125,932 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,932 miles
    Test number
    800662072050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail125,931 miles (+11,492)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,931 miles
    Test number
    549898587722
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to n/s rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentral Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' crack (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass114,439 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,439 miles
    Test number
    186052639590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,377 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,377 miles
    Test number
    775690099981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,375 miles (+9,381)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,375 miles
    Test number
    435326305458
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower hub bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower hub bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edges and several cuts on side walls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on outer edges and several cuts on sidewalls

  20. Pass99,994 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,994 miles
    Test number
    439179515145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,706 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    846277524137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,694 miles (+5,917)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,694 miles
    Test number
    649028414138
    • FailureFront Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass90,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,777 miles
    Test number
    629449813134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail90,777 miles (+16,148)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,777 miles
    Test number
    645519203197
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass74,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    375754312108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,629 miles (+12,602)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    185824512112
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass62,027 miles (+5,125)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,027 miles
    Test number
    178691611109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on inner edge and below 1.6mm outer edge
    • NoteReplace front wipers worn

  28. Pass56,902 miles (+9,577)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,902 miles
    Test number
    162638330161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,325 miles (+4,354)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,325 miles
    Test number
    113072259156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,971 miles (+8,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,971 miles
    Test number
    472269448136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass34,391 miles (+13,619)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    460461257177
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre

  32. Pass20,772 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    122569846108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about D1 CTC

Does D1 CTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 CTC is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 CTC?
The MOT on D1 CTC is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 CTC done?
D1 CTC was recorded at 161,098 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 7,017 miles a year.
Has D1 CTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 CTC has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on D1 CTC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on D1 CTC find?
D1 CTC passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 7 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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