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FL56 JJX

2006 BMW 730

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,290 mi
Last recorded141,290 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 JJX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 141,290 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 137,825 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 132,628 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 128,934 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear O/S/R bumper trim sticking out

Pass 29 Oct 2021 123,532 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 123,424 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 118,831 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s rear flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s rear flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 112,953 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 108,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 102,151 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 102,140 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 97,003 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 87,853 miles

bad engine oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2014 61,476 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 58,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 51,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Aug 2013 51,128 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 42,112 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 35,530 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 35,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 29,966 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,160 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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FL56 JJX is a 2006 BMW 730 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FL56 JJX, 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 FL56 JJX registered?

FL56 JJX is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is FL56 JJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 JJX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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