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NG08 GXL

2008 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

238,192 mi
Last recorded238,192 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 GXL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 238,192 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 29 Jun 2021 221,024 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 217,017 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 211,571 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 201,439 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 191,050 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 177,306 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 165,748 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 147,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 129,548 miles

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

Various oil leaks

Fail 2 Oct 2013 129,547 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Various oil leaks

Pass 9 Apr 2013 111,476 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 111,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight seepage of oil

Pass 3 Oct 2012 95,489 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2012 75,565 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 60,808 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 46,771 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 30,934 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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NG08 GXL is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NG08 GXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NG08 GXL registered?

NG08 GXL is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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The MOT history for NG08 GXL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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