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J700 BRD

2009 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,146 mi
Last recorded170,146 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 BRD
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2024 170,146 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 160,663 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 142,653 miles

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))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 126,646 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 123,239 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 111,815 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 103,462 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 99,501 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 98,750 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 97,217 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 96,968 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 72,945 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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J700 BRD is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 69,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J700 BRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J700 BRD registered?

J700 BRD is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 14 November 2009.

Is J700 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 BRD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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