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LJ08 HFD

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,308 mi
Last recorded52,308 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HFD
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2025 52,308 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 49,560 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 46,644 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 43,342 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2021 40,800 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 37,569 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 32,705 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of leak on Undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted preventing full under body inspection

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,697 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 26,116 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,846 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 22,767 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 20,903 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 18,953 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,894 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 11,305 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 6,915 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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LJ08 HFD is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ08 HFD, 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.

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What year was LJ08 HFD registered?

LJ08 HFD is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is LJ08 HFD safe to buy?

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