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GL08 FPF

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,831 mi
Last recorded132,831 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FPF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 132,831 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 132,802 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended will not lock in (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 127,228 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2 ()

Offside Rear light lens damaged

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

Fail 19 Apr 2023 127,227 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2 ()

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

Offside Rear light lens damaged

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 124,150 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 123,770 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 121,373 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 117,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2019 117,895 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 114,974 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 114,616 miles

slight damage to off side front tyre outer wall

Pass 9 Feb 2016 96,095 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 96,095 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2015 76,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 76,282 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 59,085 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 59,085 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 48,246 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 29,925 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 12,807 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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GL08 FPF is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL08 FPF, 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 GL08 FPF registered?

GL08 FPF is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 25 May 2008.

Is GL08 FPF safe to buy?

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