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ES55 HAM

2008 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

117,003 mi
Last recorded117,003 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationES55 HAM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 117,003 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 117,003 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 114,737 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 114,580 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 109,774 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 99,841 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 97,957 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 92,771 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 87,508 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 80,052 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 75,086 miles

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)

Pass 1 May 2012 60,490 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 126,515 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 106,144 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 91,547 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 75,555 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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ES55 HAM is a 2008 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ES55 HAM, 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 ES55 HAM registered?

ES55 HAM is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is ES55 HAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for ES55 HAM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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