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YB56 CWT

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

134,880 mi
Last recorded134,880 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB56 CWT
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 134,880 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 129,641 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 124,792 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 117,649 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 111,281 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 100,792 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 84,094 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 May 2018 71,158 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 70,632 miles

Central Front Oil leak Oil on Engine undertry ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Metal pipe to osr flexi very rusty (3.6.B.2c)

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Both number plates delaminating (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 87,951 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 67,912 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

signs of oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2015 63,024 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 54,098 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 46,443 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 36,571 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,828 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 23,387 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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YB56 CWT is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YB56 CWT, 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 YB56 CWT registered?

YB56 CWT is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is YB56 CWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB56 CWT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB56 CWT have outstanding finance?

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