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TFZ 6955

2006 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

160,542 mi
Last recorded160,542 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFZ 6955
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 160,542 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 160,442 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 153,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 147,878 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 147,749 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 141,910 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 136,436 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 136,136 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 126,455 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 122,077 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 117,650 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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TFZ 6955 is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 99,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFZ 6955, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TFZ 6955?

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What year was TFZ 6955 registered?

TFZ 6955 is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is TFZ 6955 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFZ 6955 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFZ 6955 have outstanding finance?

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