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SL56 YMS

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,324 mi
Last recorded150,324 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 YMS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2024 150,324 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 143,912 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 142,667 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres on limit advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 133,789 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 123,749 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 181,875 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 105,949 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 99,896 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 92,336 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 83,178 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 78,842 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 71,879 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 66,389 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 52,991 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2009 30,111 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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SL56 YMS is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SL56 YMS, 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 SL56 YMS registered?

SL56 YMS is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is SL56 YMS safe to buy?

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