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LA59 VJV

2009 BMW 740

Black Diesel 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,425 mi
Last recorded69,425 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA59 VJV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 69,425 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 61,415 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 55,910 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 48,224 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 42,022 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 38,098 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 35,344 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 35,342 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 32,570 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 30,126 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 26,325 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 22,781 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 18,520 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 13,672 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 13,645 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear nearside brake pads look to be wearing low

rear offside tyre starting to wear low and un-evenly inner tread edge

Pass 24 Jun 2013 11,363 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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LA59 VJV is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LA59 VJV, 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 LA59 VJV registered?

LA59 VJV is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is LA59 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA59 VJV 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.

Does LA59 VJV have outstanding finance?

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