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AV08 GZP

2008 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,653 mi
Last recorded128,653 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 GZP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 128,653 miles

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 21 Feb 2019 121,638 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2019 121,547 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 113,599 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 104,804 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 94,961 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 94,911 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 84,244 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,629 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 61,780 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 49,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 37,470 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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AV08 GZP is a 2008 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV08 GZP, 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 AV08 GZP registered?

AV08 GZP is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AV08 GZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 GZP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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