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BMW 730

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL53 CRUMOT history

LL53 CRU is a silver petrol BMW 730 first used on 21 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 219,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2024
Mileage
219,536 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 CRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2024
Latest MOT test
13 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 CRU was last recorded at 219,536 miles on 13 May 2023, 8,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,545 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
8,991 miles
Average per year
10,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 219,536 miles
  • 2022 – 210,545 miles
  • 2021 – 205,308 miles
  • 2019 – 205,289 miles
  • 2018 – 192,912 miles
  • 2017 – 178,429 miles
  • 2016 – 164,925 miles
  • 2015 – 142,758 miles
  • 2014 – 126,775 miles
  • 2013 – 112,182 miles
  • 2012 – 95,715 miles
  • 2011 – 90,037 miles
  • 2010 – 80,837 miles
  • 2009 – 67,495 miles
  • 2008 – 57,780 miles
  • 2007 – 43,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,536 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,536 miles (+8,991)4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    219,536 miles
    Test number
    947121419589
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,545 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    210,545 miles
    Test number
    565680639613
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail210,545 miles (+5,237)2 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,545 miles
    Test number
    936361890351
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm only 275/40R19 101W wanli S-106 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm only 275/40R19 101W wanli S-106 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass205,308 miles (+7)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    205,308 miles
    Test number
    517663297644
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail205,301 miles (+12)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,301 miles
    Test number
    355653446056
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail205,289 miles (+12,377)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,289 miles
    Test number
    904008767443
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHead lamps misty
    • AdvisoryTested on a wet day

  7. Pass192,912 miles (+14,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    192,912 miles
    Test number
    587934639035
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass178,429 miles (+13,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    178,429 miles
    Test number
    560416496982
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test mount in screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded off
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear number plate loose at one end but is secure

  9. Pass164,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    164,925 miles
    Test number
    442634436033
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  10. Fail164,923 miles (+12,167)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,923 miles
    Test number
    963098101438
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint stabiliser arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass152,756 miles (+9,998)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    152,756 miles
    Test number
    886201474684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,758 miles (+15,983)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    142,758 miles
    Test number
    838656515070
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  13. Pass126,775 miles (+14,593)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,775 miles
    Test number
    925839604033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,182 miles (+16,467)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,182 miles
    Test number
    338805913037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,715 miles (+5,678)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    95,715 miles
    Test number
    177337312419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,037 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,037 miles
    Test number
    936471621007
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorating

  17. Fail90,032 miles (+9,195)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,032 miles
    Test number
    588531521004
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorating

  18. Pass80,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    80,837 miles
    Test number
    292151820024
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail80,837 miles (+13,342)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,837 miles
    Test number
    602810320055
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass67,495 miles (+9,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    974250629017
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass57,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    662318418016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,780 miles (+13,951)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    151947218039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass43,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,829 miles
    Test number
    370226517074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 CRU

Does LL53 CRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 CRU expired on 14 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 CRU?
The MOT on LL53 CRU expired on 14 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 CRU done?
LL53 CRU was recorded at 219,536 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2023, an average of 10,766 miles a year.
Has LL53 CRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 CRU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 CRU 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 LL53 CRU find?
LL53 CRU passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2023 with 4 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 12 more.

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