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HK06 XEG

2006 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,917 mi
Last recorded205,917 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 XEG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 205,917 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 205,917 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 200,455 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2015 200,455 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 194,443 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 187,360 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 181,039 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 155,331 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 154,025 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 154,025 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 126,804 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 98,005 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 69,135 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 69,073 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 36,825 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 36,825 miles

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

Oil leak

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

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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HK06 XEG is a 2006 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 HK06 XEG, 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

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What year was HK06 XEG registered?

HK06 XEG is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is HK06 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK06 XEG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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