Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 BMW 750?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 BMW 750?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 BMW 750?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 BMW 750 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 BMW 750 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 199 vehicles, the 2006 BMW 750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 BMW 750?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 BMW 750 are: Oil leak, but not excessive (87.5% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (83.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (82.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 BMW 750?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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BMW 750 (2006)

199 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.7% first-time pass rate

2006 BMW 750

CarHunch analysed 199 real MOT records for the 2006 BMW 750. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 BMW 750 passes its MOT at 81.7%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, but nearly three in ten of these cars have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern that suggests electrical or brake system issues may lurk beneath the surface. The median mileage of 75,036 is reasonable for an 18-year-old car, indicating these aren't universally thrashed examples, yet they're still racking up an average of 2.86 failures and nearly 15 advisories per test, which reflects the complexity and cost of maintaining a high-specification German luxury saloon. Plan for substantial repair bills: these cars fail regularly on multiple fronts, and the high dangerous defect rate means you should get a pre-purchase inspection from a BMW specialist focusing on suspension, electrics, and cooling systems. Factor in regular servicing costs—this generation is not a bargain-basement classic.

We have limited data for the 2006 BMW 750 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

81.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.86

Over 14.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

75k

Middle half: 61k–95k

For context

These stats describe 199 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 199 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 87.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Oil leak · …

Tyre wear 83.4%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 43.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 BMW 750

Based on MOT data from 199 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	195	81.8%	2.82

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 BMW 750 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

75,036

typical

61,001

low mileage

94,893

high mileage

Half of all 2006 BMW 750 vehicles fall between 61,001 and 94,893 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 61,001 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 61,001–94,893 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 BMW 750s sit.

⚠ Over 128,105 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 BMW 750 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 50% of 2006 BMW 750s are still active.

74 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 50% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.86

Avg failures per vehicle

14.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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