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LV08 XEY

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

133,727 mi
Last recorded133,727 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 XEY
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 133,727 miles

EML Light on

Fail 15 May 2018 214,860 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

EML Light on

Pass 18 May 2017 120,777 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 106,091 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Jun 2015 90,300 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 88,259 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 76,849 miles

emissions 0.00

Pass 25 Jul 2013 74,049 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 37,130 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 37,054 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,618 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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LV08 XEY is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LV08 XEY, 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

How do I check the history of LV08 XEY?

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What year was LV08 XEY registered?

LV08 XEY is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is LV08 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 XEY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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