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AY08 LZV

2008 BMW 730

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,613 mi
Last recorded157,613 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LZV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 157,613 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 154,361 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 150,295 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 146,454 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 139,323 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 139,323 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 132,560 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 118,332 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 109,011 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 98,396 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 76,462 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2012 74,996 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 56,161 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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AY08 LZV is a 2008 BMW 730 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AY08 LZV, 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 AY08 LZV registered?

AY08 LZV is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AY08 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 LZV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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