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WK08 JRZ

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

88,099 mi
Last recorded88,099 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 JRZ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 88,099 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 82,411 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 82,411 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 72,922 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 72,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f ,n/s/f/, n/s/r tyres have small cuts

Pass 1 Mar 2014 53,700 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 48,448 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 36,456 miles

n/s/f tyre has wear on rim protector

Fail 30 Oct 2012 36,445 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre has wear on rim protector

Fail 21 Jun 2012 35,315 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,315 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,797 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 25,797 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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WK08 JRZ is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WK08 JRZ, 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

How do I check the history of WK08 JRZ?

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What year was WK08 JRZ registered?

WK08 JRZ is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is WK08 JRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 JRZ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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