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EA56 VPD

2006 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

180,673 mi
Last recorded180,673 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 VPD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2017 180,673 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

engine management light

Pass 12 Jan 2016 157,416 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 137,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 117,528 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 96,275 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2012 71,962 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 51,281 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 30,340 miles

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

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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EA56 VPD is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EA56 VPD, 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 EA56 VPD registered?

EA56 VPD is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is EA56 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 VPD shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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