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RA08 EXF

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

250,259 mi
Last recorded250,259 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 EXF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 250,259 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 236,607 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 214,844 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 127,199 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 127,199 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 119,209 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 107,055 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Fail 21 Jan 2018 106,788 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 19 Jan 2017 91,286 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 79,618 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 67,006 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 52,489 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,418 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 34,671 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,957 miles

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

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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RA08 EXF is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RA08 EXF, 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 RA08 EXF registered?

RA08 EXF is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is RA08 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 EXF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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