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ST56 BUA

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

138,398 mi
Last recorded138,398 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 BUA
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2025 138,398 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 130,945 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 122,384 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 111,850 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 103,810 miles

bonnet struts weak

under shields fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2021 166,848 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

bonnet struts weak

under shields fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2020 152,665 miles

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

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

Offside side repeater was inoperative when the bonnet was closed it lit and stayed lit throughout the test

Pass 23 Nov 2019 141,450 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 123,281 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 112,915 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some items

Fail 15 Nov 2017 112,602 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 30 Sep 2016 66,274 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2016 66,202 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine undertray fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 22 Sep 2015 98,099 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 54,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slightly worn uneven on outer treads

outer treads on both front tyres cracking/splitting or perishing

Pass 25 Sep 2013 46,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2012 36,761 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,001 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 26,451 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,500 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

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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ST56 BUA is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ST56 BUA, 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 ST56 BUA registered?

ST56 BUA is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is ST56 BUA safe to buy?

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