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SH56 DHK

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

194,177 mi
Last recorded194,177 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 194,177 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 180,524 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 170,088 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 156,816 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 145,089 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 145,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 130,308 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 130,281 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2015 119,698 miles

oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 110,184 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 98,832 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 86,771 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 84,847 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 84,847 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 82,506 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 81,154 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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SH56 DHK is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DHK, 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 DHK registered?

SH56 DHK is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is SH56 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 DHK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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