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HV56 YBH

2006 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

155,255 mi
Last recorded155,255 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 YBH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 155,255 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 151,088 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 144,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 139,942 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 135,435 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 129,078 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 126,900 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 122,761 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 118,683 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 114,854 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 109,933 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 98,939 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 91,152 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 82,089 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 82,088 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 72,596 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 24 Sep 2010 63,359 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 53,762 miles

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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HV56 YBH is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Silver 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 HV56 YBH, 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 HV56 YBH registered?

HV56 YBH is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is HV56 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV56 YBH 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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