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2010 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · DR55 AAB

DR55 AAB

2010 BMW 730 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2010. Recorded mileage 90,139 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 730
Year / Origin
2010 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
90,139 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

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Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2010
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a remarkably stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a string of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 27 October 2025 at 90,139 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the car currently meets all regulatory standards. This consistency suggests that the previous owners maintained a proactive approach schedule, preventing the accumulation of mechanical faults typically seen in older luxury vehicles. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old BMW executive saloon, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. Between September 2021 and October 2025, the vehicle covered 37,985 miles, showing a steady and predictable usage rate. The jump of 9,537 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests reflects a consistent period of short-distance driving. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of dry-rot in rubber parts and seals if the vehicle sits for long periods without use. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must inspect specific areas prone to low-mileage, high-age German cars. Focus attention on the condition of perished suspension bushes and split rubber boots, which can degrade over time regardless of distance driven. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or pitted discs, as infrequent use often leads to surface corrosion. Additionally, verify the structural integrity of the chassis for underbody rust, ensuring that the lack of MOT advisories has not masked hidden oxidation in inaccessible areas.

DR55 AAB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
  • 90,139 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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DR55 AAB Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202152,154 mi
  2. 31/10/202260,004 mi+7,850 mi
  3. 26/10/202368,333 mi+8,329 mi
  4. 29/10/202480,602 mi+12,269 mi
  5. 27/10/202590,139 mi+9,537 mi

Average of roughly 9,231 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DR55 AAB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW 730 (DR55 AAB) between September 2021 and October 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
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ADVISORY

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