2004 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · LN04 EUU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025‑05‑06 at 177,099 miles, meeting the minimum standards despite several advisories. The maintenance trend shows an improvement from the 2024 failures where front and rear brake pads were thin and discs worn, those items are absent from the latest test, indicating corrective work was carried out. New suspension advisories now dominate, shifting the problem area rather than resolving all concerns. Over the 14‑year span the car accumulated roughly 8,050 miles per year, a typical rate for a 2004 BMW. The final year added about 13,800 miles in 13 months, a slightly higher rate than the long‑term average, hinting at more intensive use or urban driving. Intervals between tests widened after 2023, with a 14‑month gap before the 2024 re‑test and a similar gap before the 2025 test, showing the vehicle has not been inspected annually. The latest test recorded front and rear tyres worn close to the legal limit, rear inner tyre also at the limit, and a severely deteriorated front anti‑roll bar ball joint dust cover. Front lower suspension arm ball joints exhibit slight play. These items suggest wear on consumables and early fatigue of suspension components. A buyer should inspect tyre tread depth and condition, check for uneven wear patterns, examine the anti‑roll bar dust covers for tears, and test suspension arm movement for excess clearance. Although brake pad wear was noted in 2024, the 2025 test shows no brake advisories, implying pads or discs were replaced or adjusted. The direction indicators were slightly discoloured, a cosmetic issue that does not affect functionality. A prospective owner should have the brake system inspected for pad thickness, disc surface condition, and ensure the rear fog lamp operates correctly if required. Overall, the vehicle remains roadworthy but requires careful scrutiny of tyres, suspension, and brake components before purchase.