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LJ08 SSZ

2008 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,587 mi
Last recorded114,587 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 SSZ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 114,587 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 114,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

o/s rear tyre worn on innner edge

Pass 19 Dec 2014 106,301 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 97,462 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 85,738 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 74,857 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Dec 2011 74,809 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LJ08 SSZ is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 100,676 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 SSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 SSZ registered?

LJ08 SSZ is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LJ08 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 SSZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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