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LB56 VNM

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

210,471 mi
Last recorded210,471 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 VNM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 210,471 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 206,010 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 204,332 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

brake hoses perishing,under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 183,787 miles

n/s/f tyre on the limit,o/s/f tyre near the limit

oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2016 167,353 miles

oil leak,under trays/engine covers fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2016 167,347 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

oil leak,under trays/engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 138,094 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

oil leak

rear tyres very close to legal limit

Pass 25 Sep 2015 129,130 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 121,976 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 121,969 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 109,105 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 84,037 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 82,249 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 78,684 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 74,186 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 71,194 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 66,043 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 62,373 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,369 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 51,732 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,466 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 35,501 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 28,175 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Dec 2007 19,486 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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LB56 VNM is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LB56 VNM, 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 LB56 VNM registered?

LB56 VNM is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is LB56 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 VNM shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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