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KJ56 XLF

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

149,846 mi
Last recorded149,846 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ56 XLF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 149,846 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

under body corrosion

Fail 8 May 2026 149,846 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2025 140,412 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 137,437 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 133,745 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 125,745 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 109,015 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 94,389 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 76,758 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 66,000 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 62,366 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 45,863 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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KJ56 XLF 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 91.7%.

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 KJ56 XLF, 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 KJ56 XLF registered?

KJ56 XLF is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 21 September 2006.

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