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RK06 ODG

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,862 mi
Last recorded187,862 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK06 ODG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 187,862 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 187,862 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 188,061 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint before first silencer (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking in tread

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

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in tread

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 10 May 2016 179,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 151,960 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 151,616 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2013 128,859 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2013 128,845 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2012 112,302 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

osr wheel fitted does not match the alloys on the car but tyre size is correct.

Pass 27 Sep 2011 85,279 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 57,338 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 49,425 miles

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

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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RK06 ODG 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 75%.

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 RK06 ODG, 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 RK06 ODG registered?

RK06 ODG is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is RK06 ODG safe to buy?

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