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ML58 URB

2008 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,017 mi
Last recorded164,017 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML58 URB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 164,017 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 154,592 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 154,592 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 147,541 miles

Front Under trays fitted from original obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2021 140,350 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone bush offside nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2021 140,350 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone bush offside nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 137,373 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2019 131,475 miles

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 18 Apr 2018 123,759 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 112,896 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 102,698 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 91,502 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 80,322 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 56,371 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 34,272 miles

o/s/f tyre low on edge

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 28 Oct 2011 32,981 miles

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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ML58 URB is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML58 URB, 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.

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What year was ML58 URB registered?

ML58 URB is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 4 November 2008.

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