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M15 GPC

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

280,577 mi
Last recorded280,577 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM15 GPC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 280,577 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS + OS. Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS + OS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 280,376 miles

Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking Point NS + OS (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS + OS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 280,038 miles

Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Jacking points (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 271,034 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2022 230,207 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 227,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 224,961 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 223,101 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 221,740 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 207,010 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2015 200,951 miles

oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2014 158,860 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 120,347 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 111,498 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 97,945 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 96,542 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 177,549 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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M15 GPC is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 M15 GPC, 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 M15 GPC registered?

M15 GPC is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is M15 GPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M15 GPC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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