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YD08 WFW

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

149,584 mi
Last recorded149,584 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 149,584 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

under trays fitted.

Pass 14 Jan 2022 141,362 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 133,341 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 126,332 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 115,783 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 105,137 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Dec 2017 105,137 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Dec 2016 90,427 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 76,894 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 76,894 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 67,366 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 56,892 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 43,839 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 31,048 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,069 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 WFW 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 86.7%.

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 WFW, 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 WFW registered?

YD08 WFW is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YD08 WFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 WFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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