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PG08 BEO

2008 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,757 mi
Last recorded139,757 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 BEO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 139,757 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 122,362 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Fail 22 Sep 2020 122,362 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2018 113,987 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 105,116 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 low (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 89,891 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 89,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 81,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2014 70,645 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 70,641 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 64,191 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 64,107 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 57,777 miles

minor parting rear arm bushes

Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,698 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 41,670 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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PG08 BEO is a 2008 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PG08 BEO, 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 PG08 BEO registered?

PG08 BEO is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is PG08 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 BEO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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