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HY55 TVX

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

155,544 mi
Last recorded155,544 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 TVX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 155,544 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 144,149 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 137,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 131,368 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 131,368 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 127,178 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 123,268 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 121,219 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 117,663 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 113,551 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 19 Jan 2017 108,912 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,123 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 98,567 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 92,574 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 84,176 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 75,299 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 65,039 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 55,239 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 46,877 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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HY55 TVX is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HY55 TVX, 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.

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What year was HY55 TVX registered?

HY55 TVX is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 15 February 2006.

Is HY55 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY55 TVX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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