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FY08 DYW

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

197,474 mi
Last recorded197,474 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 DYW
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 197,474 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 197,473 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 188,977 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 176,214 miles

parking brake on limit

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 164,304 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 152,870 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 125,756 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2012 97,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 68,215 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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FY08 DYW is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY08 DYW, 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 FY08 DYW registered?

FY08 DYW is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 DYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 DYW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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