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H23 DWN

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,630 mi
Last recorded73,630 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH23 DWN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 73,630 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 73,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 71,592 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 70,318 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 69,302 miles

Nearside Front outer wing damaged

bumper trim insecure

Fail 20 Feb 2023 69,302 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front outer wing damaged

bumper trim insecure

Pass 18 Feb 2022 69,275 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 69,241 miles

engine/floor covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2020 68,777 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracked on outer sidewalls

engine and floor covers fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2019 66,659 miles

engine/floor covers fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2018 64,487 miles

drivers side front tyre perished

rear brake pads worn

Pass 30 Jan 2017 62,142 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 59,921 miles

engine/floor covers fitted

front brake pads worn

Pass 18 Feb 2015 57,808 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads worn

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2014 52,880 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 45,276 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 38,600 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 30,502 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 22,895 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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H23 DWN is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 H23 DWN, 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

How do I check the history of H23 DWN?

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What year was H23 DWN registered?

H23 DWN is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 26 December 2006.

Is H23 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H23 DWN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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