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RJ59 VYS

2009 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

159,004 mi
Last recorded159,004 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 VYS
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 159,004 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 156,198 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 150,504 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 145,889 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 139,865 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 131,606 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 122,942 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 115,508 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 115,507 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured where marked (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 114,750 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 104,924 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 95,260 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 84,427 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 73,389 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 54,956 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 41,632 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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RJ59 VYS is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel 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 RJ59 VYS, 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 RJ59 VYS registered?

RJ59 VYS is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is RJ59 VYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ59 VYS 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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