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YK08 LYX

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

216,991 mi
Last recorded216,991 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 216,991 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR MOST ARM OUTER JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR MOST ARM OUTER JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 216,991 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR MOST ARM OUTER JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR MOST ARM OUTER JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 207,745 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 199,435 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2024 199,390 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 189,431 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2023 189,421 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 179,822 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 172,846 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 158,727 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 147,664 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 136,923 miles

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

nail in o/s rear

Pass 13 Oct 2016 125,403 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 112,604 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 112,604 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 103,453 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Dec 2014 103,453 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 87,851 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 87,850 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)

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges.

Pass 20 Nov 2012 73,814 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag warning light on at time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2011 57,560 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 LYX is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LYX, 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 LYX registered?

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

Is YK08 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 LYX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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