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WJ57 KDO

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

39,449 mi
Last recorded39,449 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ57 KDO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 39,449 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 39,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 38,969 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 38,969 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 38,404 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 38,148 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 20 Apr 2022 37,824 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 14 Apr 2021 36,962 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 8 Apr 2020 36,354 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 7 Apr 2020 36,354 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 34,421 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

oil leaks

Pass 25 Apr 2018 32,642 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

oil leaks

Fail 24 Apr 2018 32,628 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245 / 40 r 20 95 y michelin (4.1.D.1a)

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

oil leaks

Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,600 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leaks

Fail 25 Apr 2017 30,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leaks

Pass 19 Apr 2016 28,074 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2015 25,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2015 25,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 22,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres cracking up

nearside rear tyre cracking up

Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 17,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,293 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 14,293 miles

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

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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WJ57 KDO is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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

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 WJ57 KDO, 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 WJ57 KDO registered?

WJ57 KDO is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is WJ57 KDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ57 KDO shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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