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LO09 SZR

2009 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

162,000 mi
Last recorded162,000 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 7 Series90,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 SZR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 162,000 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 236,247 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 133,748 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 117,404 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 108,248 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 100,120 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 98,290 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 98,290 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUTER SIDEWALL - 245/40R20 - GOODYEAR EXCELLENCE RUN-FLAT (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 95,341 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 89,878 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 74,186 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 53,118 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 29,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 29,213 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 29,127 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LO09 SZR is a 2009 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 90,207 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO09 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO09 SZR registered?

LO09 SZR is a 2009 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is LO09 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 SZR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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