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LA59 WSU

2009 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

64,011 mi
Last recorded64,011 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA59 WSU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 64,011 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 62,585 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 58,719 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 57,091 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 47,726 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 47,292 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 44,757 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 44,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2019 42,718 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,626 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 34,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 29,971 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 26,009 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 21,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 17,559 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 13,485 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 WSU is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WSU, 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 WSU registered?

LA59 WSU is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is LA59 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA59 WSU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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