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BG56 PGV

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

180,669 mi
Last recorded180,669 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 PGV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 180,669 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 180,074 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 173,752 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 173,752 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 172,178 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2020 172,178 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Dec 2019 160,539 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Dec 2018 150,003 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 241,351 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2015 142,884 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 11 Dec 2014 193,192 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 120,181 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 106,129 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 89,373 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2010 71,009 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 48,899 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

scratches to body work

scuffs to alloy wheels

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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BG56 PGV is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG56 PGV, 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 BG56 PGV registered?

BG56 PGV is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is BG56 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 PGV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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