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PL08 CJE

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

143,891 mi
Last recorded143,891 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 CJE
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 143,891 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2026 143,891 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working 501a bulb (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 141,287 miles

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

Nearside Front oblitory mirrior glass faded

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 138,500 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 133,067 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 125,019 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 118,365 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 115,015 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 104,625 miles

Offside headlamp bracket slightly loose(has been previously repaired)

Pass 21 Feb 2018 96,225 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 87,724 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 76,503 miles

vehicle has under trays and engine bay covers

Pass 10 Feb 2015 65,308 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 54,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2013 44,066 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 31,984 miles

dampness around o/s steering rack

rear tyres close to limit

Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,608 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 13,457 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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PL08 CJE is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PL08 CJE, 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 PL08 CJE registered?

PL08 CJE is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is PL08 CJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 CJE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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