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FP06 FZH

2006 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

79,805 mi
Last recorded79,805 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 FZH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 79,805 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 78,613 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 78,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2023 77,899 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2023 77,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 77,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 May 2022 77,042 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2021 75,121 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 75,121 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 73,295 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 68,704 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 64,555 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 58,930 miles

No emissions detectable

Fail 21 Apr 2017 58,925 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

No emissions detectable

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 54,598 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 49,289 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

No detectable smoke

Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,289 miles

No detectable smoke

Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 40,350 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 40,350 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 36,983 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,678 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 26,745 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 26,629 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 21,805 miles

windscreen washers intermittant and will need attention

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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FP06 FZH is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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

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 FP06 FZH, 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 FP06 FZH registered?

FP06 FZH is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is FP06 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 FZH shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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