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RJ57 HCD

2008 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,675 mi
Last recorded144,675 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 HCD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 144,675 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 138,607 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Various (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 133,980 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

head lights slightly misty

Pass 17 Oct 2022 130,175 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 124,081 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 117,558 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 117,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 108,317 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 108,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 97,413 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 93,858 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2016 87,112 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 82,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 77,741 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 69,548 miles

Cut to N/S/F Tyre Side Wall (Not Deep Enough To Reach Cords)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,972 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,783 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 27,509 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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RJ57 HCD is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Grey 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 RJ57 HCD, 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 RJ57 HCD registered?

RJ57 HCD is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 February 2008.

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