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KL56 ZGD

2006 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

258,089 mi
Last recorded258,089 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 74077,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 ZGD
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 258,089 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 397,515 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2023 397,515 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2022 244,148 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 241,080 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 226,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2016 217,231 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 208,231 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 198,771 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 191,437 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 186,699 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 181,988 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 179,329 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2010 147,924 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 116,554 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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KL56 ZGD is a 2006 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 77,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KL56 ZGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KL56 ZGD registered?

KL56 ZGD is a 2006 BMW 740, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is KL56 ZGD safe to buy?

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