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RO08 EVN

2008 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

177,866 mi
Last recorded177,866 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 74073,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 EVN
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 177,866 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 176,002 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 166,709 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 158,107 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 154,498 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 153,080 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 153,079 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2020 150,638 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2019 148,793 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 146,214 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 143,762 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 140,959 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 140,959 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 137,842 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 132,292 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 106,900 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 77,772 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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RO08 EVN is a 2008 BMW 740 in Grey with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RO08 EVN, 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 RO08 EVN registered?

RO08 EVN is a 2008 BMW 740, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is RO08 EVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 EVN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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