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SA06 WMC

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

149,641 mi
Last recorded149,641 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA06 WMC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 149,641 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

cover sills shields

Pass 11 Jan 2021 142,427 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 138,970 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 132,310 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 128,182 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 119,827 miles

engine covers fitted

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2016 107,372 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 107,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2015 98,901 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 90,332 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 81,245 miles

front pads low close to limit

rear pads wearing low

Pass 12 Dec 2011 73,541 miles

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

covers fitted under car

Pass 6 Dec 2010 54,053 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 18,706 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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SA06 WMC is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SA06 WMC, 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.

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What year was SA06 WMC registered?

SA06 WMC is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is SA06 WMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA06 WMC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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