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GY56 UHW

2006 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

108,700 mi
Last recorded108,700 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 UHW
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 108,700 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 101,862 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 95,710 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 90,197 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 85,486 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 82,335 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 76,889 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 73,439 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 70,880 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 67,481 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 67,451 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 63,817 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 59,241 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 56,489 miles

offside rear handbrake cable outer casing deteriorating

Pass 3 Aug 2012 49,632 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,475 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 35,247 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 28,865 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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GY56 UHW is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GY56 UHW, 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

How do I check the history of GY56 UHW?

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What year was GY56 UHW registered?

GY56 UHW is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is GY56 UHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY56 UHW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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