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YF06 GZH

2006 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,499 mi
Last recorded94,499 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 74077,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 GZH
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 94,499 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Mar 2017 86,042 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

eml light on

nuts corroded off both front catalists

Pass 14 Mar 2016 78,966 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 72,370 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 66,269 miles

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

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)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 60,193 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 55,352 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 50,087 miles

N/S/F Wiper not fully clearing the screen

Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,947 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 39,947 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 28,538 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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YF06 GZH is a 2006 BMW 740 in Silver with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YF06 GZH, 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 YF06 GZH registered?

YF06 GZH is a 2006 BMW 740, first registered on 17 July 2006.

Is YF06 GZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 GZH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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