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EK08 VLP

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

136,631 mi
Last recorded136,631 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 VLP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 136,631 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 125,033 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 107,012 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 102,541 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 101,152 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 98,905 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 93,586 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2019 87,813 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 81,039 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 78,329 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 73,520 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 65,675 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 60,223 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 55,531 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 48,299 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 41,366 miles

engine smokey

floor pan covers fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2012 39,204 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 29,910 miles

Oil leak

rear anti-roll bar has slight fluid leak.

Fail 29 Mar 2011 29,780 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

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

Oil leak

offside front tyre has cracking in treads.

offside rear tyre has cracking in treads.

rear anti-roll bar has slight fluid leak.

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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EK08 VLP is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EK08 VLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK08 VLP registered?

EK08 VLP is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is EK08 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 VLP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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