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2016 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · PL65 AEX

PL65 AEX

2016 BMW 730 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 33,682 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 730
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
33,682 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of outright passes. The most recent test conducted on 14 May 2026 at 33,682 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, maintaining a stable trend of mechanical integrity over the last seven years. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard without the recurring failures or structural degradation often seen in luxury contemporaries. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,368 miles per year. Between February 2019 and May 2026, the car covered only 18,449 miles, indicating infrequent use or short urban commuting. The intervals between tests are regular, such as the 2,421-mile gap recorded between the May 2025 and May 2026 tests. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and braking components, it also introduces specific risks related to long periods of inactivity. Because the MOT record shows no recorded faults, a physical inspection must focus on the hidden effects associated with low-mileage storage. A buyer should inspect rubber components, such as suspension bushes and perished coolant hoses, which can crack from age regardless of distance traveled. The brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion or pitting, as infrequent use often leads to rust buildup on the rotors. Additionally, the tyres should be examined for flat spots or uneven wear, which are common issues in vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.
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PL65 AEX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
  • 33,682 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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PL65 AEX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 06:53
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 730 (PL65 AEX) between April 2022 and May 2026.

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
FAIL
ADVISORY

PL65 AEX Mileage History

  1. 28/04/202222,998 mi
  2. 20/04/202326,939 mi+3,941 mi
  3. 20/05/202430,034 mi+3,095 mi
  4. 13/05/202531,261 mi+1,227 mi
  5. 14/05/202633,682 mi+2,421 mi

Average of roughly 2,642 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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