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YH56 TYY

2006 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,528 mi
Last recorded143,528 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 7 Series99,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 TYY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 143,528 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Oct 2016 143,528 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 202,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 122,205 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 110,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 110,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2012 96,530 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 79,976 miles

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

wiper blades wearing

Pass 29 Sep 2010 61,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 45,365 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)

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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YH56 TYY is a 2006 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 YH56 TYY, 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 YH56 TYY registered?

YH56 TYY is a 2006 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is YH56 TYY safe to buy?

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