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YK58 SXL

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

209,655 mi
Last recorded209,655 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 SXL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 209,655 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2022 194,305 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 109,572 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 103,607 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 103,607 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 96,149 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 88,226 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 80,000 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 75,223 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 62,375 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,309 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 44,213 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 44,213 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 36,534 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 36,534 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,563 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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YK58 SXL is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YK58 SXL, 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 YK58 SXL registered?

YK58 SXL is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is YK58 SXL safe to buy?

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