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YH58 VXR

2008 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,957 mi
Last recorded118,957 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH58 VXR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 118,957 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 118,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 114,489 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 113,436 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 105,489 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 105,489 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 101,382 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 94,652 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 84,851 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 77,170 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 66,857 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 57,534 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 44,678 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 44,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 32,476 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 18,678 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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YH58 VXR is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YH58 VXR, 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 YH58 VXR registered?

YH58 VXR is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is YH58 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH58 VXR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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