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GR08 FWG

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,334 mi
Last recorded127,334 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 FWG
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 127,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 103,510 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 103,510 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 80,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/side front tyre side wall cut but not to cords rear

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/side rear tyre side wall cut but not to cords

Pass 1 Sep 2011 50,729 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 50,326 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GR08 FWG is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GR08 FWG, 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

How do I check the history of GR08 FWG?

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What year was GR08 FWG registered?

GR08 FWG is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is GR08 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR08 FWG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GR08 FWG have outstanding finance?

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