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LM55 FVS

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,876 mi
Last recorded152,876 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 FVS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 152,876 miles

Covers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 27 Aug 2021 151,650 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 151,595 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted wheel buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 147,092 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 134,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 127,490 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 126,503 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 120,191 miles

undertrays covered in oil. possible oil leak.

Pass 4 Aug 2015 105,833 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 100,597 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 98,814 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 98,813 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 90,968 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 84,857 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 80,840 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 71,989 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 54,175 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 35,956 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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LM55 FVS is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM55 FVS, 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 LM55 FVS registered?

LM55 FVS is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is LM55 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 FVS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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