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YC08 YBK

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,050 mi
Last recorded115,050 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 YBK
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 115,050 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 107,319 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 107,283 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 83,401 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 73,359 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 62,650 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 62,649 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 51,881 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 45,778 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 45,778 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 45,287 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 40,264 miles

both front tyres outer wall deteriorating and damaged

both nearside front and nearside rear doors damaged

both rear tyres outer wall damaged

Pass 24 Mar 2012 36,220 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 32,400 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2011 32,400 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YC08 YBK is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YC08 YBK, 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 YBK registered?

YC08 YBK is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is YC08 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 YBK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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