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KD56 CVL

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,601 mi
Last recorded155,601 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD56 CVL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 155,601 miles

both rear tyres approaching wearbands

both rear tyres worn baldy on inner edges

o/s/r tyre cut on inner wall

Fail 8 Jul 2017 155,599 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both rear tyres approaching wearbands

both rear tyres worn baldy on inner edges

o/s/r tyre cut on inner wall

Pass 15 Jul 2016 150,545 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS IN ENGINE BAY

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

UNDER TRAY FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Pass 17 Jul 2015 142,654 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 14 Jul 2014 134,045 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 123,908 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2013 123,908 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 110,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jun 2012 110,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2011 96,241 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 84,548 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 83,800 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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KD56 CVL is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KD56 CVL, 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 KD56 CVL registered?

KD56 CVL is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is KD56 CVL safe to buy?

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