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EO56 WUM

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

264,541 mi
Last recorded264,541 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 WUM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 264,541 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 264,212 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (7.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 253,723 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 253,722 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2014 151,746 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 244,208 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 134,727 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2012 126,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2011 99,394 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 74,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 74,092 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 47,428 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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EO56 WUM is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO56 WUM, 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 EO56 WUM registered?

EO56 WUM is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is EO56 WUM safe to buy?

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