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FH56 AHJ

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

167,360 mi
Last recorded167,360 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 AHJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 167,360 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 162,050 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 157,611 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 151,932 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 143,254 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 143,254 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 137,541 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 131,829 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 131,822 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 126,590 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2016 126,590 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 120,131 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 112,725 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 102,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2011 88,091 miles

Advise front number plate poor condition

Advise rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 13 Dec 2010 70,940 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 53,545 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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FH56 AHJ is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FH56 AHJ, 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 FH56 AHJ registered?

FH56 AHJ is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is FH56 AHJ safe to buy?

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