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FFZ 4008

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,717 mi
Last recorded62,717 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 4008
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 62,717 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Jul 2024 53,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,111 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 43,193 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 39,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray cover fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2020 36,854 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 35,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 33,517 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 32,638 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 31,734 miles

Centre Rear huge cut in n/s/r tire

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,925 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 29,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 28,350 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 28,350 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,372 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 20,146 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 15,587 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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FFZ 4008 is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FFZ 4008, 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 FFZ 4008 registered?

FFZ 4008 is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FFZ 4008 safe to buy?

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