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YC08 WXF

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

179,389 mi
Last recorded179,389 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 WXF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 179,389 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 175,542 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 163,607 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 140,589 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 127,040 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 105,057 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 95,617 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted to this vehicle

Pass 26 May 2015 89,862 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

both rear tyres are worn low on the inner edges

emissions to low to get a reading

Pass 22 May 2014 72,308 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 50,560 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 43,503 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 34,401 miles

Evidence that tyres have been fouling front arch trims on lock, unable to fault at time of test.

Fail 20 Apr 2011 34,398 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Evidence that tyres have been fouling front arch trims on lock, unable to fault at time of test.

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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YC08 WXF is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YC08 WXF, 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 YC08 WXF registered?

YC08 WXF is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is YC08 WXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 WXF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC08 WXF have outstanding finance?

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