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BU09 UFN

2009 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

163,734 mi
Last recorded163,734 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UFN
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 163,734 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 97,201 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 97,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 96,624 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 95,734 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 94,112 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 91,971 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 90,147 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

undertrays and some covers fitted impeding inspection of some components

Fail 13 Jun 2018 90,147 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

undertrays fitted impeding inspection of some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2017 85,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2016 66,768 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 50,163 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 46,738 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 37,960 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,823 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 25,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BU09 UFN is a 2009 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU09 UFN, 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 BU09 UFN registered?

BU09 UFN is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is BU09 UFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UFN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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