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WK56 FBX

2006 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,270 mi
Last recorded125,270 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 FBX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2015 125,270 miles

oil leak. under tray fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2014 114,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2014 113,959 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 104,134 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 104,134 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 84,192 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 69,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 22 Nov 2010 55,616 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,675 miles

front pads low brake light warning light on o/s/f tyre on uoter 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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WK56 FBX is a 2006 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WK56 FBX, 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 WK56 FBX registered?

WK56 FBX is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is WK56 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK56 FBX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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