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SH59 MZP

2009 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

136,766 mi
Last recorded136,766 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 7 Series90,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH59 MZP
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 136,766 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 133,929 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 130,286 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 126,401 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 121,174 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 116,632 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 116,623 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 110,197 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 106,760 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside reverse light inop

Pass 12 Sep 2017 101,453 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 94,461 miles

Front oil leak engine

Nearside Front bottom ball joint has lift

Nearside Front thrust rod bush worn/unbonding

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front bottom ball joint has lift

Offside Front thrust rod bush worn/unbonding

Pass 2 Apr 2015 82,308 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 49,657 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 18,738 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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SH59 MZP is a 2009 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SH59 MZP, 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 SH59 MZP registered?

SH59 MZP is a 2009 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is SH59 MZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH59 MZP 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.

Does SH59 MZP have outstanding finance?

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