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AP04 PEN

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

140,762 mi
Last recorded140,762 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 PEN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 140,762 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 128,789 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2024 128,789 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2023 126,755 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 123,673 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 120,088 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 117,132 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 113,387 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 109,016 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 104,504 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 99,278 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 88,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 82,491 miles

Oil on undertray

Pass 21 Aug 2012 71,860 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 71,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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AP04 PEN is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AP04 PEN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP04 PEN registered?

AP04 PEN is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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