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FV08 NHN

2008 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,470 mi
Last recorded187,470 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 NHN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2024 187,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 184,427 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 181,215 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 168,371 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 160,264 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 159,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 152,367 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 146,601 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 137,892 miles

parking brake just met requirements

Pass 23 Feb 2016 134,766 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 121,858 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside obscuring components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 102,088 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 84,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Evidence of oil leak from engine

Plastic sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,936 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 31,941 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 28,621 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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FV08 NHN is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV08 NHN, 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 FV08 NHN registered?

FV08 NHN is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FV08 NHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 NHN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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