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YX56 VZH

2006 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

160,359 mi
Last recorded160,359 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 730100,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX56 VZH
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 160,359 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2017 144,712 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 120,823 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)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to routing above fuel tank

unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2015 97,273 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 70,506 miles

oil leaks

rear tyres close to limit require attention

Pass 2 May 2014 70,463 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 64,379 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 55,486 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 45,767 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing near the limit in centre of tread

offside rear tyre wearing low in centre of tread

Pass 9 Sep 2010 35,680 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 26,877 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 26,877 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YX56 VZH is a 2006 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YX56 VZH, 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 YX56 VZH registered?

YX56 VZH is a 2006 BMW 730, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is YX56 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX56 VZH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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