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VK56 EHX

2006 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

109,874 mi
Last recorded109,874 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 EHX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 109,874 miles

Rear Anti roll bar pump leaking

Pass 12 May 2021 106,863 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 98,503 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 97,454 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 95,673 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

full inspection can not be carried out due to full cover underneath

Fail 25 Nov 2017 95,673 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

full inspection can not be carried out due to full cover underneath

Pass 15 Oct 2016 90,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 84,138 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 84,138 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing stalk (5.1.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 82,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Sep 2014 82,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 78,586 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 69,471 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 54,355 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 53,148 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 35,762 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 27,970 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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VK56 EHX is a 2006 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VK56 EHX, 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 VK56 EHX registered?

VK56 EHX is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is VK56 EHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK56 EHX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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