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K121 SMR

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,116 mi
Last recorded166,116 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK121 SMR
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 166,116 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 163,214 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 158,034 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2017 150,753 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 146,181 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2015 135,119 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 116,162 miles

Oil leak

cuts to nsr tyrewall (chords not exposed)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 116,161 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Oil leak

cuts to nsr tyrewall (chords not exposed)

Pass 21 May 2013 110,730 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 101,019 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 89,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 89,503 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 78,472 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 71,384 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 71,374 miles

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

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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K121 SMR is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K121 SMR, 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 K121 SMR registered?

K121 SMR is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is K121 SMR safe to buy?

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