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HX56 FJZ

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,886 mi
Last recorded119,886 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 FJZ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 119,886 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 117,215 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 117,208 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 113,715 miles

nearside rear light lens damaged

Pass 3 May 2023 97,022 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 97,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 94,539 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 92,510 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 91,142 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 91,142 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,379 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 80,373 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 77,429 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 73,230 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 67,818 miles

excessive oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2015 61,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 May 2014 58,913 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 57,982 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 46,808 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 33,777 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2010 17,603 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2009 8,826 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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HX56 FJZ is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HX56 FJZ, 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 HX56 FJZ?

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What year was HX56 FJZ registered?

HX56 FJZ is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is HX56 FJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX56 FJZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX56 FJZ have outstanding finance?

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