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YH58 WGJ

2008 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,217 mi
Last recorded130,217 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH58 WGJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 130,217 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 130,217 miles

Offside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 121,768 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 121,768 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 114,984 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint TCA (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint TCA (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 114,984 miles

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint TCA (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint TCA (2.5.B.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 101,796 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2016 85,234 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 85,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

OIL LEAK

Pass 18 Nov 2015 82,885 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 75,297 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 67,043 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil leak

rear tyres worn

Pass 31 Aug 2012 49,793 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,887 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 WGJ is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WGJ, 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 WGJ registered?

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

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