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YD08 WTJ

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

296,804 mi
Last recorded296,804 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 296,804 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 286,810 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under tray cover fitted obstructing full under vehicle checks.

Pass 31 Mar 2021 273,032 miles

all tyres worn on edges.

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 2 Jan 2020 266,675 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of lower sills.

Pass 9 Jan 2019 258,470 miles

engine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of lower sills.

under cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

Pass 16 Jan 2018 241,960 miles

TYRE SIZE 245/50/18 -100Y

both front tyres wearing on edges.

complete under body covers fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.

plastic side skirts fitted preventing full inspection of lower sills.

Fail 8 Jan 2018 241,960 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

TYRE SIZE 245/50/18 -100Y

both front tyres wearing on edges.

complete under body covers fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.

plastic side skirts fitted preventing full inspection of lower sills.

Pass 17 Jan 2017 221,996 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 221,949 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 207,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 196,047 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 146,414 miles

Emissions to clean to test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2013 123,449 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 89,064 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 32,641 miles

engine oil leaks

Pass 27 Sep 2011 19,801 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 17,271 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 WTJ is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WTJ, 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 WTJ registered?

YD08 WTJ is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YD08 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 WTJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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