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BU06 YPA

2006 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

129,115 mi
Last recorded129,115 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 YPA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 129,115 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 119,400 miles

all four tyres getting low suggest replacement

Fail 16 Nov 2020 119,400 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

all four tyres getting low suggest replacement

Pass 19 Nov 2019 113,458 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 113,458 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 105,573 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 104,484 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 102,899 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Feb 2017 102,899 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing all four wheels (4.2.A.1e)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 100,594 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 98,868 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 98,868 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 89,916 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 89,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 81,244 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 79,020 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 78,527 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 61,901 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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BU06 YPA is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 99,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU06 YPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 YPA registered?

BU06 YPA is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BU06 YPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 YPA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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