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YD08 VWP

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,520 mi
Last recorded141,520 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VWP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 141,520 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 131,041 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 117,882 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 109,546 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 101,248 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 89,768 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2014 89,767 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 75,103 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 65,689 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 44,034 miles

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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YD08 VWP is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YD08 VWP, 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 YD08 VWP registered?

YD08 VWP is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YD08 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 VWP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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