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LA56 DKV

2006 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,401 mi
Last recorded143,401 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 DKV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 143,401 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Nov 2015 138,517 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 208,665 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 116,475 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)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 107,000 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 98,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 85,676 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 72,713 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 72,705 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/f headlamp bracket broken

Fail 4 Jul 2009 72,693 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 57,120 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 31,041 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LA56 DKV is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 99,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA56 DKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA56 DKV registered?

LA56 DKV is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is LA56 DKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 DKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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