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YC58 ACV

2008 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

316,000 mi
Last recorded316,000 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 ACV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 316,000 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 315,005 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 314,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 308,047 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 284,458 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 248,012 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2021 247,532 miles

Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard Obvious modification to the exhaust - front to rear. No silencers and no obvious signs of a DPF. Undertray blocking full view of system. (8.2.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Lettering is not black (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Lettering is not black (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 224,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

trays and covers fitted to the engine bay and under body of vehicle preventing full inspection.

Pass 7 Feb 2019 188,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

all brake hoses deterioation evident

Pass 12 Feb 2018 156,737 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 in rear

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 131,370 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 119,526 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 99,619 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 84,405 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 77,071 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 58,111 miles

air bag warning light on indicating a fault

Pass 23 Sep 2011 38,608 miles

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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YC58 ACV is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YC58 ACV, 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

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What year was YC58 ACV registered?

YC58 ACV is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is YC58 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 ACV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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