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PX06 YBS

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

104,696 mi
Last recorded104,696 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX06 YBS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 104,696 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2026 104,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 100,755 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 99,894 miles

Both front tyre treads heavily perished and cracking . Recommend replacement soon.

Chip in windscreen.

N/s/f anti roll bar drop link dust cover starting to split.

Pass 7 Dec 2022 98,183 miles

Both front tyre treads heavily perished and small cuts recommend replacement soon.

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

N/s/f drop link dust cover split.

Pass 18 Nov 2021 93,094 miles

Both front tyre treads perished.

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

O/s/r tyre tread getting close to legal limit and small cuts in tread.

Pass 11 Dec 2020 91,239 miles

Both rear tyres tread getting close to legal limit.

Brake pipes starting to corrode in places.

Front tyres perished.

Pass 27 Nov 2019 88,855 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Very slight corrosion on brake pipes.

Chip in windscreen.

Pass 26 Nov 2018 85,061 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 22 Nov 2017 79,562 miles

Very slight corrosion on brake pipes in places.

Pass 28 Nov 2016 73,737 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Front tyres perished.

Oil leaks.

Pass 12 Nov 2015 69,842 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit recommend replacement soon.

Pass 26 Nov 2014 65,138 miles

exhaust emission trigger point not met

front tyres worn low

rear tyres worn to limit

trims fitted to outersills and undersides

Pass 28 Nov 2013 58,357 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 5 Nov 2012 52,794 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 47,742 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 44,362 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 36,668 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 28,901 miles

trims fitted to outersills

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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PX06 YBS is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PX06 YBS, 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 PX06 YBS registered?

PX06 YBS is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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