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BMW 730

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,993 cc

L7 XBMMOT history

L7 XBM is a silver diesel BMW 730 first used on 18 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 145,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,891 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 XBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 XBM was last recorded at 145,891 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 3,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,441 miles · 15 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
3,450 miles
Average per year
5,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,891 miles
  • 2019 – 142,441 miles
  • 2018 – 139,777 miles
  • 2017 – 137,188 miles
  • 2016 – 129,510 miles
  • 2015 – 126,714 miles
  • 2014 – 116,946 miles
  • 2013 – 106,544 miles
  • 2012 – 100,379 miles
  • 2011 – 89,563 miles
  • 2010 – 76,944 miles
  • 2009 – 66,663 miles
  • 2008 – 52,936 miles
  • 2007 – 36,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,891 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

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.

  • Extensive under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,891 miles (+3,450)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,891 miles
    Test number
    142920591324
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  2. Pass142,441 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    142,441 miles
    Test number
    502295212802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,777 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,777 miles
    Test number
    176747627506
    • AdvisoryExtensive under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,777 miles (+2,589)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,777 miles
    Test number
    978777860706
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,188 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,188 miles
    Test number
    317334984738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail137,185 miles (+7,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,185 miles
    Test number
    419624519896
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  7. Pass129,510 miles (+2,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,510 miles
    Test number
    442205357671
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass126,714 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    126,714 miles
    Test number
    165458405091
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail126,713 miles (+9,767)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,713 miles
    Test number
    919618305062
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass116,946 miles (+10,402)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,946 miles
    Test number
    435818024096
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass106,544 miles (+6,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    106,544 miles
    Test number
    648140113004
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteThe Parking brake also operates the front Brakes. There is no cable linking the front brakes.

  12. Pass100,379 miles (+10,816)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100,379 miles
    Test number
    318231512035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,563 miles (+12,619)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    89,563 miles
    Test number
    199627001465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,944 miles (+10,281)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    76,944 miles
    Test number
    240854700039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,663 miles (+13,727)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    624336309066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,936 miles (+16,795)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    103760718434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    142135907028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,141 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    450384407081
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about L7 XBM

Does L7 XBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 XBM is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 XBM?
The MOT on L7 XBM is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 XBM done?
L7 XBM was recorded at 145,891 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,682 miles a year.
Has L7 XBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 XBM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on L7 XBM 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 L7 XBM find?
L7 XBM passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; undertrays fitted..

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