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LN06 TUO

2006 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,763 mi
Last recorded64,763 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 74077,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN06 TUO
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 64,763 miles

Engine covers, under trays and plastic sill covers fitted

Exhaust emits a moderate amount of blue smoke at idle

Serious engine oil leak

Pass 22 May 2015 60,863 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,358 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jul 2014 57,358 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 15 May 2013 52,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear discs lipped / worn

Rear tyres 4mm left 275/4019

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 52,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear discs lipped / worn

Rear tyres 4mm left 275/4019

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2012 48,156 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear discs lipped slightly

Pass 6 May 2011 42,969 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 37,304 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 32,369 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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LN06 TUO is a 2006 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 LN06 TUO, 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 LN06 TUO registered?

LN06 TUO is a 2006 BMW 740, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is LN06 TUO safe to buy?

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