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YC56 BNO

2006 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

159,858 mi
Last recorded159,858 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 BNO
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 159,858 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 156,018 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 236,224 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 219,467 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 203,483 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 116,227 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 105,744 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 105,744 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 97,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 97,312 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing to 3mm depth

Fail 13 Dec 2013 97,151 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing to 3mm depth

Pass 27 Nov 2012 76,266 miles

air bag lamp on

Fail 20 Nov 2012 76,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

air bag lamp on

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 18 Dec 2011 67,649 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 59,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Dec 2009 51,783 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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YC56 BNO is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YC56 BNO, 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

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What year was YC56 BNO registered?

YC56 BNO is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is YC56 BNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 BNO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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