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SF06 XMU

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,613 mi
Last recorded130,613 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 XMU
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 130,613 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018
Fail 11 Oct 2018 1 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2017 126,618 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 115,870 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 97,121 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 77,808 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 77,808 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 60,875 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 47,611 miles

Slight play in, offside, Track Rod End.

Pass 9 Jul 2011 40,917 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 32,217 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT DAMAGE TO WALL

Pass 27 Feb 2009 21,237 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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SF06 XMU is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SF06 XMU, 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 SF06 XMU registered?

SF06 XMU is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is SF06 XMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF06 XMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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