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F6 SFM

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,001 mi
Last recorded121,001 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF6 SFM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2025 121,001 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 120,532 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 119,615 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 117,841 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 116,541 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 114,007 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 110,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 105,504 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2016 102,008 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 94,841 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 89,709 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 88,248 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 79,221 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 68,558 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 57,321 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 46,615 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 36,728 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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F6 SFM is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F6 SFM, 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 F6 SFM registered?

F6 SFM is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is F6 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F6 SFM shows 17 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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