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RX59 KFU

2009 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

210,323 mi
Last recorded210,323 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 KFU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 210,323 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 200,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 189,763 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 174,174 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 160,135 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 149,112 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 129,958 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 98,378 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 79,055 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 68,452 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 59,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 47,477 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 33,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2012 33,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RX59 KFU is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RX59 KFU, 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 RX59 KFU registered?

RX59 KFU is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is RX59 KFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 KFU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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