2006 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · CC53 SEC

The 2025‑11‑21 MOT passed with no defects, confirming that the BMW 730 is presently roadworthy. The maintenance trend is stable after the recent repair, although earlier records show recurring brake and suspension faults that required attention. With 127,019 miles recorded at an age of roughly 20 years, the vehicle averages about 6,350 miles per year, a figure that aligns with typical usage for a 2006 model. The mileage increments between successive tests are generally consistent, ranging from 2,000 to 9,000 miles, with a modest 2,000‑mile increase between the 2022 and 2023 tests, suggesting periods of reduced use rather than accelerated wear. A buyer should therefore prioritize a close examination of the brake system, paying particular attention to the condition of the rear brake pipe, the integrity of the brake hoses and the functionality of the parking brake, as the history shows repeated corrosion and cracking that can compromise safety. Inspection of the suspension components, including the rear coil spring, rear suspension bushes, and the near‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint, is essential, given the documented fracture of the coil spring in 2018 and the earlier excessive wear of the ball joint. The presence of structural rust on the offside rear coil spring and the earlier failure of the offside rear position lamp indicate that rust‑prone areas should be scrutinised, while the absence of recent advisories after the 2025‑11‑21 test suggests that, provided the identified items are verified as sound, the vehicle can be considered mechanically reliable.