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LJ09 SZR

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

149,010 mi
Last recorded149,010 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 SZR
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 149,010 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 149,006 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 232,522 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 139,928 miles

DPF - Zero Emissions Level

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside And Offside Front Lower Ball Joint (suspension arm holding shock absorber) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides ()

Pass 1 Dec 2020 217,910 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2019 127,491 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 119,083 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 98,263 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 94,052 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,059 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 83,382 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 83,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 77,840 miles

nsr and osr tyres wearing low on inner edge

Pass 3 Jan 2013 70,785 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 70,785 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2012 64,511 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 55,837 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 42,343 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 42,330 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 31,872 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 21,683 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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LJ09 SZR is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2009 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 86,974 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ09 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ09 SZR registered?

LJ09 SZR is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 17 June 2009.

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The MOT history for LJ09 SZR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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