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SM06 RXF

2006 BMW 730

Multi-colour Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

172,994 mi
Last recorded172,994 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 RXF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 172,994 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 162,190 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 152,388 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 143,372 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 131,032 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 118,220 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 103,201 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 89,942 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 75,879 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 75,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

off side front tyre cracking

Pass 5 Oct 2012 69,072 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 52,644 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 27,061 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 26,044 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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SM06 RXF is a 2006 BMW 730 in Multi-colour with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SM06 RXF, 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 SM06 RXF registered?

SM06 RXF is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 22 May 2006.

Is SM06 RXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 RXF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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