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CU56 TTX

2006 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

243,239 mi
Last recorded243,239 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 TTX
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 243,239 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 243,239 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 136,173 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 136,173 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 114,397 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 110,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

front number plate damaged but still readable

Fail 7 Jul 2016 110,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

front number plate damaged but still readable

Pass 25 Jun 2015 95,394 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)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 95,394 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre cracked

Nearside rear tyre cracked

Offside front tyre cracked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 90,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 81,952 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

off side rear hand brake cable outer cover split

Pass 17 Sep 2012 76,767 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 73,025 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 64,707 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 47,997 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,760 miles

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

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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CU56 TTX is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU56 TTX, 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.

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What year was CU56 TTX registered?

CU56 TTX is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is CU56 TTX safe to buy?

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