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PL08 OKA

2008 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

142,510 mi
Last recorded142,510 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 OKA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 142,510 miles

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 5 Aug 2017 142,510 miles

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 140,708 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 133,866 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 114,673 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 113,553 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2013 113,552 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 113,507 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 13 Aug 2012 101,975 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 82,535 miles

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

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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PL08 OKA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PL08 OKA, 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 PL08 OKA registered?

PL08 OKA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is PL08 OKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 OKA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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