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SC06 GUE

2006 BMW 740

Red Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,708 mi
Last recorded70,708 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 74077,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC06 GUE
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 70,708 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 42,637 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,682 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 30,912 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,457 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 23,763 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 23,763 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,648 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 20,648 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 16,323 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 12,618 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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SC06 GUE is a 2006 BMW 740 in Red with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SC06 GUE, 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 SC06 GUE registered?

SC06 GUE is a 2006 BMW 740, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is SC06 GUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC06 GUE 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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