No, G488 FVH is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for G488 FVH?

The MOT for G488 FVH is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 November 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of G488 FVH?

The recorded mileage for G488 FVH is 175,997 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G488 FVH ULEZ compliant?

No, G488 FVH does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1989 BMW 730 3.0L Petrol · G488 FVH

G488 FVH

1989 BMW 730 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1989. Recorded mileage 175,997 miles. MOT valid until 14/11/2026. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: BMW 730
Year / Origin: 1989 · Maidstone
MOT Status: Valid until 14/11/2026
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 175,997 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 14/11/2026

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 175,997 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1989
Engine: 2986cc

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G488 FVH Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2025
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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G488 FVH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 10:21

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 BMW 730 (G488 FVH) between May 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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