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AB59 LAL

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,294 mi
Last recorded138,294 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB59 LAL
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 138,294 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 122,440 miles

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 29 Oct 2022 113,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 108,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 100,431 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 96,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 90,262 miles

Central Front Outer Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2017 86,784 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 75,625 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers and under tray obscuring some components

Pass 17 Dec 2015 67,890 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 61,235 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 58,012 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2012 53,387 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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AB59 LAL is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 86,974 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 AB59 LAL, 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 17 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB59 LAL registered?

AB59 LAL is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is AB59 LAL safe to buy?

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