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KC56 LZA

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

158,118 mi
Last recorded158,118 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC56 LZA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 158,118 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 157,969 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2023 157,969 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 157,812 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2022 157,812 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 151,052 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

engine cover and under-tray cover fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2019 147,959 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 147,470 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 146,716 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 141,377 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 135,756 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 116,235 miles

damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

Fail 8 Mar 2014 116,221 miles

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

damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 8 Mar 2013 95,718 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 74,723 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 48,107 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 24,762 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 17,604 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 17,604 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KC56 LZA is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KC56 LZA, 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 KC56 LZA registered?

KC56 LZA is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is KC56 LZA safe to buy?

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