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YR56 PLV

2006 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,810 mi
Last recorded166,810 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 PLV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 166,810 miles

Front engine oil leak

Front under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 3 Oct 2017 148,552 miles

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

Rear screen damage

oil leak

plastic under trays fitted could not view

Pass 3 Oct 2016 140,793 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 11 Jul 2015 137,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 98,000 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 91,072 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 17 Feb 2011 91,072 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2011 88,335 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 88,334 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 78,000 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 77,829 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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YR56 PLV is a 2006 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 YR56 PLV, 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 YR56 PLV registered?

YR56 PLV is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is YR56 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR56 PLV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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