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GU56 BVS

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

153,298 mi
Last recorded153,298 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 BVS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 153,298 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 153,282 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 147,822 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes have light surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 146,480 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 17 Sep 2019 146,477 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 7 Sep 2018 137,498 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 20 Sep 2017 128,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 100,303 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 82,496 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 73,834 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 52,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2013 49,153 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 43,484 miles

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2011 36,761 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 25,752 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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GU56 BVS is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GU56 BVS, 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.

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What year was GU56 BVS registered?

GU56 BVS is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GU56 BVS safe to buy?

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