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YK08 LFU

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,945 mi
Last recorded139,945 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 139,945 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 133,882 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 126,603 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 126,477 miles

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

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

Nearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 120,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 115,372 miles

both door mirrors deteriorating

park brake efficiency only just met

Pass 20 Aug 2020 111,627 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 105,968 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 96,838 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Jul 2017 89,279 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 81,028 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 71,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2014 60,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2013 54,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 45,919 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 38,416 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 LFU is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LFU, 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 LFU registered?

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

Is YK08 LFU safe to buy?

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