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ST08 LTA

2008 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,419 mi
Last recorded82,419 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 LTA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2013 82,419 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 74,916 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 70,242 miles
Fail 30 May 2011 69,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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ST08 LTA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ST08 LTA, 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

How do I check the history of ST08 LTA?

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What year was ST08 LTA registered?

ST08 LTA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is ST08 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 LTA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST08 LTA have outstanding finance?

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