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GY56 XVX

2006 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,212 mi
Last recorded134,212 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 XVX
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 134,212 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 133,199 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 131,463 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 122,098 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 107,594 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 96,277 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 92,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 87,176 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 80,105 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 71,562 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 60,972 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,735 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 45,891 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,653 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

damage to nearside rear inner wheel rim

front brake pads worn low

Pass 16 Sep 2010 35,842 miles

damage to nearside rear wheel inner rim

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,224 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)

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 XVX is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XVX, 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 GY56 XVX registered?

GY56 XVX is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is GY56 XVX safe to buy?

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