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BMW 730

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

L8 KGTMOT history

L8 KGT is a silver diesel BMW 730 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 173,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2027
Mileage
173,040 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 KGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 KGT was last recorded at 173,040 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 8,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,864 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8,176 miles
Average per year
8,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,040 miles
  • 2025 – 164,864 miles
  • 2024 – 155,639 miles
  • 2023 – 146,260 miles
  • 2022 – 137,977 miles
  • 2021 – 135,080 miles
  • 2020 – 122,197 miles
  • 2019 – 100,217 miles
  • 2018 – 87,760 miles
  • 2017 – 84,242 miles
  • 2016 – 70,054 miles
  • 2015 – 65,739 miles
  • 2014 – 59,743 miles
  • 2013 – 53,197 miles
  • 2012 – 46,727 miles
  • 2011 – 36,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,040 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    173,040 miles
    Test number
    830945574627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail173,040 miles (+8,176)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,040 miles
    Test number
    372785931656
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,864 miles (+9,225)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,864 miles
    Test number
    286072679760
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,639 miles (+9,379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    155,639 miles
    Test number
    365520650899
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,260 miles (+8,283)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    146,260 miles
    Test number
    676010029357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,977 miles
    Test number
    722960049414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail137,977 miles (+2,897)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,977 miles
    Test number
    114172392309
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,080 miles (+12,883)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,080 miles
    Test number
    926242242270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,197 miles (+10,031)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,197 miles
    Test number
    612845744478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,166 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,166 miles
    Test number
    795296381590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,156 miles (+11,939)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,156 miles
    Test number
    197521971167
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,217 miles (+12,457)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,217 miles
    Test number
    583330403845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,760 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    944191895323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,242 miles (+14,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,242 miles
    Test number
    990855342416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres age cracking in treads

  15. Pass70,054 miles (+4,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,054 miles
    Test number
    932836185568
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  16. Pass65,739 miles (+5,996)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,739 miles
    Test number
    525103705194
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass59,743 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,743 miles
    Test number
    906564704151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,197 miles (+6,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,197 miles
    Test number
    739715493028
    • NoteOil on undertray possible leak

  19. Fail46,727 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,727 miles
    Test number
    129856672428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil on undertay possible slight leak

  20. Pass46,727 miles (+10,234)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,727 miles
    Test number
    458466972070
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil on undertay possible slight leak

  21. Pass36,493 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,493 miles
    Test number
    878382981000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate backing peeling away slightly
    • NoteOil on undertray visible from top and underneath possible leak

Questions about L8 KGT

Does L8 KGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 KGT is valid until 24 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 KGT?
The MOT on L8 KGT is valid until 24 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 KGT done?
L8 KGT was recorded at 173,040 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 8,753 miles a year.
Has L8 KGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 KGT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 KGT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 KGT find?
L8 KGT passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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