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DV08 HYB

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

186,294 mi
Last recorded186,294 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 HYB
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 186,294 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 173,636 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2017 173,636 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake pad warning on screen (3.6.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 159,465 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 2 Dec 2015 157,101 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

Pass 18 Feb 2015 144,338 miles

o/s rear tyre starting to scrub on inner edges and n/s rear on inner edges

oil leak above lower cover area

Pass 21 Feb 2014 115,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 88,644 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 56,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Feb 2011 34,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,745 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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DV08 HYB is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 93,631 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV08 HYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DV08 HYB registered?

DV08 HYB is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is DV08 HYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 HYB 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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