2017 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · RO02 AAT

The latest MOT test on 2 October 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Reviewing the history back to 2021, the vehicle has maintained an exceptionally clean record with no failures or advisories across five consecutive annual tests. This indicates a highly stable maintenance trend and suggests that the previous owner has likely adhered to a proactive service regime, addressing wear and tear items before they reached a threshold that would trigger an official MOT failure. The vehicle has accumulated 126,541 miles over approximately nine years, averaging roughly 14,060 miles per annum. This is considered high usage for a luxury saloon of this specification. While such mileage typically implies accelerated wear on the drivetrain and chassis, the lack of MOT advisories suggests the vehicle has likely been used for long-distance motorway cruising. This type of usage is generally less stressful on the engine and transmission than frequent stop-start urban driving, though it still necessitates a closer look at high-mileage consumables. Given the clean MOT record, the buyer should focus on age-related degradation and components that may be nearing the end of their service life but have not yet failed a safety inspection. A thorough physical examination of the suspension bushes and coil springs is essential, as these often soften or develop micro-cracks at this mileage, which can manifest as subtle clunks or a floating sensation during a test drive. It is also critical to verify the service history for evidence of gearbox and differential fluid changes, as the factory lifetime fill ratings are often insufficient for vehicles exceeding 100,000 miles. Further inspection should be directed toward the braking system to check for uneven pad wear or significant lip formation on the brake discs. While the vehicle is roadworthy, the high mileage suggests these components may soon require replacement. The buyer should also inspect the tyre sidewalls for any signs of perishing or uneven wear patterns that could indicate wheel misalignment. Finally, checking the condition of the engine mounts during idling is advised, as collapsed mounts can lead to increased cabin vibration and a loss of refinement characteristic of this model.