BMW 730 D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 730 D. Check any 730 D by registration number below.

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95.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.4%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 730 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 730 D has an average MOT pass rate of 95.3%, which is 5.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 730 D is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 730 D, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 730 D performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 59 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2011

Based on 101 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2010

Based on 128 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

129k mi

2009

Based on 357 vehicles

98.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

133k mi

Mileage at 10yr

182k mi

2008

Based on 157 vehicles

93.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

297k mi

2007

Based on 169 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

221k mi

2006

Based on 162 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2005

Based on 229 vehicles

96.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2004

Based on 307 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

260k mi

2003

Based on 214 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

216k mi

2002

Based on 55 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2000

Based on 63 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 730 D

BMW 730 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 730 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 730 D?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 730 D is 95.3% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 730 D?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 730 D reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 95.3%, the BMW 730 D is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 730 D?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 730 D?

Typical mileage for the BMW 730 D: 129,389 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 730 D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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