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CY08 EBK

2008 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

223,416 mi
Last recorded223,416 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 73093,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 EBK
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 223,416 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 120,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 118,063 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 117,100 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 116,260 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Oct 2016 116,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2015 112,094 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2014 108,270 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 103,215 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 87,681 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 76,985 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 76,971 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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CY08 EBK is a 2008 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 CY08 EBK, 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 CY08 EBK registered?

CY08 EBK is a 2008 BMW 730, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is CY08 EBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY08 EBK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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