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LS08 SSV

2008 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,015 mi
Last recorded122,015 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 SSV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 122,015 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 7 Sep 2022 116,356 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2022 116,356 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2021 108,216 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 108,216 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing Buckle missing (7.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both damaged (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 103,294 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 91,093 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 87,723 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Nov 2016 84,387 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 73,289 miles

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

front tyre edges worn

Pass 6 Nov 2014 64,143 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 7 Nov 2013 53,271 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 40,131 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 36,026 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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LS08 SSV 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 LS08 SSV, 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 LS08 SSV registered?

LS08 SSV is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is LS08 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 SSV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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