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PG08 ULA

2008 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,160 mi
Last recorded70,160 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 74073,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 ULA
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 70,160 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 69,157 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 67,561 miles

shields limiting inspection

Fail 29 Jun 2023 67,557 miles

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 16 Jun 2022 66,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 81,387 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 19 Jun 2020 65,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 5 Mar 2019 62,914 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 57,980 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 54,078 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 53,294 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 49,600 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 45,593 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 41,599 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 37,183 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 37,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 29,496 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 29,475 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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PG08 ULA is a 2008 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 73,824 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PG08 ULA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PG08 ULA registered?

PG08 ULA is a 2008 BMW 740, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is PG08 ULA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 ULA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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