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LY56 OBF

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,644 mi
Last recorded148,644 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 OBF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2020 148,644 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 146,728 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 146,099 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 142,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 136,389 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 122,655 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 109,494 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 94,740 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 81,030 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 66,996 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 53,419 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 39,663 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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LY56 OBF is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LY56 OBF, 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 LY56 OBF registered?

LY56 OBF is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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