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FY08 EFO

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

140,833 mi
Last recorded140,833 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EFO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 140,833 miles

Engine cover and undertray

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

Front Windscreen damaged not affecting the drivers view or swept area

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 122,065 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 122,063 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 103,216 miles

Central Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 82,669 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 71,606 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 48,866 miles

adv slight bindin o/s/rear brake

Pass 19 Feb 2013 26,144 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 20,566 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2011 14,125 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 EFO is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EFO, 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 EFO registered?

FY08 EFO is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is FY08 EFO safe to buy?

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