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LB55 HXV

2006 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

201,713 mi
Last recorded201,713 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 HXV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 201,713 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 184,444 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Aug 2016 184,444 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 May 2015 147,221 miles
Fail 4 May 2015 147,221 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 108,886 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 98,509 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 79,010 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 63,790 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 50,891 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 39,940 miles

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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LB55 HXV is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LB55 HXV, 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.

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What year was LB55 HXV registered?

LB55 HXV is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is LB55 HXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 HXV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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