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YK08 LVO

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

212,156 mi
Last recorded212,156 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 LVO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 212,156 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 207,073 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 203,598 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 203,598 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 182,507 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 165,102 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 147,153 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 127,815 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 176,763 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 May 2018 176,763 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 98,626 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 88,295 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2016 88,291 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 81,336 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Aug 2013 61,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre tread low on inner edge

Fail 8 Apr 2013 58,306 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2012 52,760 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre outer tread wear plus slight wall damage 245 45 19y

nsr tyre centre tread low

osf tyre outer tread wear

Pass 16 Jul 2011 43,589 miles

slight oil leaks front engine area

small cuts in nsf tyre

Fail 2 Jul 2011 43,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

slight oil leaks front engine area

small cuts in nsf tyre

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 LVO is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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

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 LVO, 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

How do I check the history of YK08 LVO?

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What year was YK08 LVO registered?

YK08 LVO is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is YK08 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 LVO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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