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LM06 LYJ

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

191,698 mi
Last recorded191,698 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM06 LYJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 191,698 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 185,210 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2025 185,210 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 183,912 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 179,481 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 179,481 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 173,664 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 164,112 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2019 159,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 159,109 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 158,709 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 158,365 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 156,147 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 157,387 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 152,108 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 149,121 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 137,364 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 126,139 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 30 Jun 2009 116,477 miles

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

oil leak

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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LM06 LYJ is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LM06 LYJ, 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 LM06 LYJ registered?

LM06 LYJ is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 12 July 2006.

Is LM06 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM06 LYJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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