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A12 BGU

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

198,685 mi
Last recorded198,685 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 BGU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 198,685 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 187,753 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2025 187,724 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 179,612 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides strong advise (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - strong advise ! (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 174,884 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 169,816 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 161,465 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 154,803 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 148,131 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 137,974 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 130,102 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to the sidewall but not showing cords

Fail 6 Apr 2017 130,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to the sidewall but not showing cords

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 120,019 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 105,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 89,336 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013
Pass 4 Mar 2013

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2012

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Sep 2011

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 87,543 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 73,163 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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A12 BGU is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2006 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 100,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 BGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 730 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 BGU registered?

A12 BGU is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is A12 BGU safe to buy?

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