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LY06 SXO

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,141 mi
Last recorded93,141 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY06 SXO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 93,141 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40/20 also worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure in engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40/20 also worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 88,554 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 88,545 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 85,262 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 85,262 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 81,688 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 78,079 miles

Front Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2016 75,067 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 75,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 69,609 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 64,154 miles

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

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

front tyre wall chipped

Pass 26 Jun 2013 60,431 miles

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

both front & o/s/r tyre walls slightly chipped

Fail 25 Jun 2013 60,423 miles

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

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

both front & o/s/r tyre walls slightly chipped

Pass 26 Jun 2012 56,487 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 52,797 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 50,350 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,785 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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LY06 SXO is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY06 SXO, 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 LY06 SXO registered?

LY06 SXO is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is LY06 SXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY06 SXO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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