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AO56 ZXS

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

268,728 mi
Last recorded268,728 miles
Recorded on3 May 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 ZXS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2020 268,728 miles

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

few chips on front windscreen

osr and nsr upper rear arms and lower arms pin bushes have slight play

Fail 3 May 2020 268,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

few chips on front windscreen

osr and nsr upper rear arms and lower arms pin bushes have slight play

Pass 15 May 2019 260,441 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 257,753 miles

EML light on

Pass 17 May 2017 254,777 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 251,519 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 245,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 235,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2013 223,249 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 195,343 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 195,002 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 165,644 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 138,504 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 106,656 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 59,155 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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AO56 ZXS is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AO56 ZXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO56 ZXS registered?

AO56 ZXS is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is AO56 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 ZXS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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