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R8 YAV

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,979 mi
Last recorded125,979 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 YAV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 125,979 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 123,357 miles

oil leak covered undertrays

Pass 4 Sep 2017 119,474 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 115,381 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 107,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 101,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

possible engine oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2013 88,040 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 71,564 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise brake pad light onn

Pass 25 Aug 2011 65,526 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 56,192 miles

crack in windscreen outside swept area

Fail 21 Aug 2010 55,701 miles

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

crack in windscreen outside swept area

Pass 25 Aug 2009 42,243 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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R8 YAV is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R8 YAV, 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

How do I check the history of R8 YAV?

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What year was R8 YAV registered?

R8 YAV is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 30 August 2006.

Is R8 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 YAV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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