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YG06 BYC

2006 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,943 mi
Last recorded167,943 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 BYC
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2023 167,943 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 159,169 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 150,621 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 143,241 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Jul 2019 138,528 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 131,407 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 124,182 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 116,616 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 110,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2014 102,254 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 93,334 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 82,489 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 63,076 miles

Front wiper blades smearing windscreen

Pass 3 Mar 2011 104,016 miles

near/ side front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2010 87,725 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 68,041 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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YG06 BYC is a 2006 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG06 BYC, 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 YG06 BYC registered?

YG06 BYC is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is YG06 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG06 BYC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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