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HJZ 2026

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

311,029 mi
Last recorded311,029 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJZ 2026
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 311,029 miles

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

Nearside Front side light ring flickering

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 296,876 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 31 Jan 2018 296,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 280,652 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2017 263,576 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2016 227,073 miles

engine covers and under tray fitted

Pass 16 May 2015 217,338 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2014 192,945 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 153,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 153,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 100,467 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 100,437 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 100,437 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 53,765 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 53,370 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 53,322 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 53,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 47,540 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 39,501 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 31,208 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2009 19,000 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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HJZ 2026 is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HJZ 2026, 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 HJZ 2026 registered?

HJZ 2026 is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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