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SH56 DHJ

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

169,801 mi
Last recorded169,801 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 DHJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 169,801 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 169,004 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Body component slightly loose bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced both (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 165,990 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 152,363 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 144,929 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 141,068 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 141,068 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 128,468 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 120,040 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 104,951 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 297,426 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 228,718 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 135,572 miles

Oil leak

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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SH56 DHJ is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SH56 DHJ, 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 SH56 DHJ registered?

SH56 DHJ is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is SH56 DHJ safe to buy?

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