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LJ08 HKF

2008 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,004 mi
Last recorded156,004 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HKF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 156,004 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 149,020 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2020 146,069 miles

Nearside 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 23 Apr 2019 135,936 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 122,832 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 112,956 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 100,403 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 86,315 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 70,587 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 70,587 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 53,968 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 37,362 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 23,146 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 HKF is a 2008 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HKF, 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 HKF registered?

LJ08 HKF is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is LJ08 HKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 HKF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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