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FP08 FZK

2008 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

182,769 mi
Last recorded182,769 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FZK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 182,769 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 182,767 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2025 179,352 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 168,890 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 142,835 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 136,405 miles

Central Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 126,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jan 2020 117,760 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge & cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Dec 2019 117,725 miles

Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres wearing on edges also. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 110,286 miles

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

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

nearside handbrake outer cable in poor condition

Fail 20 Nov 2018 110,253 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

nearside handbrake outer cable in poor condition

Pass 29 Nov 2017 103,855 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Nov 2016 96,453 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 88,330 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 68,329 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 62,435 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres are worn on edges

Pass 21 Nov 2012 56,709 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,431 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 38,510 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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FP08 FZK is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 100,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP08 FZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 FZK registered?

FP08 FZK is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FP08 FZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 FZK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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