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BU09 UZP

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

199,274 mi
Last recorded199,274 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UZP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 199,274 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 199,147 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 118,450 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 14 Dec 2017 108,511 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 98,295 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Oct 2015 76,506 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 76,506 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 69,237 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 55,850 miles

smoke test:non detected

Pass 7 May 2013 42,601 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 42,345 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 42,332 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,814 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 36,046 miles

rear brake pads look low

screw in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Dec 2011 30,200 miles

rear brake pads look low

Pass 26 May 2011 22,903 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,479 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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BU09 UZP is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UZP, 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 BU09 UZP registered?

BU09 UZP is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is BU09 UZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UZP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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