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2006 BMW 7 Series 3.0L Diesel · WN56 WRO

WN56 WRO

2006 BMW 7 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 272,178 km. MOT expired on 01 Dec 2023. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
BMW 7 SERIES
Year / Origin
2006 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 01 Dec 2023
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Odometer
272,178 km
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 Dec 2023
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2006
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2022‑12‑02 MOT at 272,178 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle remains roadworthy and that the maintenance record is stable. The mileage trajectory shows a high annual average of roughly 13,609 miles for a 2006 model. Between the 2021‑11‑09 test (258,612 miles) and the 2022‑12‑02 test (272,178 miles) the car covered 13,566 miles in just over a year, indicating consistent use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore inspect suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or binding, examine brake discs and calipers for corrosion or uneven wear, and check the chassis and underbody for structural rust. The exhaust system and emission levels should also be verified, as high mileage can accelerate deterioration of these components despite the clean MOT outcome. Given the absence of recorded faults and the steady mileage accumulation, the car appears mechanically sound, but the elevated usage demands a thorough in‑person assessment of wear‑prone parts before purchase.
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WN56 WRO Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2022
  • 272,178 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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WN56 WRO MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 7 Series (WN56 WRO) between November 2021 and December 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

WN56 WRO Odometer History

  1. 09/11/2021258,612 km
  2. 02/12/2022272,178 km+13,566 km

Average of roughly 12,769 km per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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