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YK08 LBE

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,453 mi
Last recorded127,453 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LBE
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 127,453 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 126,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 125,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 121,248 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 118,852 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 113,808 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 112,235 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 112,235 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 108,000 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 107,993 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 105,462 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 94,548 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245 40 R20 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 80,296 miles

under-trays and engine covers fiited

Pass 8 Jul 2015 68,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2014 55,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 46,211 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 38,139 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 31,527 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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YK08 LBE is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YK08 LBE, 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 YK08 LBE registered?

YK08 LBE is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is YK08 LBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 LBE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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