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LJ58 EBX

2008 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

233,386 mi
Last recorded233,386 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 EBX
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 233,386 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear outer cv boot slight split

parking brake weak

slight play in steering joints

Fail 16 Feb 2023 233,386 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear outer cv boot slight split

parking brake weak

slight play in steering joints

Pass 29 Dec 2021 217,872 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 212,213 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 201,506 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 189,206 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 174,053 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 160,221 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 138,353 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 117,977 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,130 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 54,072 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 20,731 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 20,617 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LJ58 EBX is a 2008 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LJ58 EBX, 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 LJ58 EBX registered?

LJ58 EBX is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is LJ58 EBX safe to buy?

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