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LM08 KXF

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

207,433 mi
Last recorded207,433 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 KXF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 207,433 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 203,189 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 203,189 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 307,151 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 179,913 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 170,960 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 170,960 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 166,889 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 155,806 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 155,806 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 156,078 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 122,215 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 95,632 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 86,808 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 72,085 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 60,682 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 45,820 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 38,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 26,011 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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LM08 KXF is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LM08 KXF, 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 LM08 KXF registered?

LM08 KXF is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LM08 KXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 KXF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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