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MF09 FOJ

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

168,539 mi
Last recorded168,539 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF09 FOJ
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 168,539 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 168,155 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 155,070 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 128,749 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 116,654 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 104,494 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 58,928 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 58,928 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,386 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 29,725 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,691 miles

ADVISE NAIL IN N/S REAR TYRE

ADVISE NAIL IN O/S FRONT TYRE

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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MF09 FOJ is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF09 FOJ, 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

How do I check the history of MF09 FOJ?

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What year was MF09 FOJ registered?

MF09 FOJ is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is MF09 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF09 FOJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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