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MJ09 BVR

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,605 mi
Last recorded108,605 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 BVR
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 108,605 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 108,605 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 102,862 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 96,861 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 95,408 miles

no smoke detected

Pass 17 Mar 2021 91,901 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 89,952 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 86,537 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2019 86,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 81,843 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,473 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 73,722 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 67,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 61,456 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 54,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 54,864 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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MJ09 BVR is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ09 BVR, 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 MJ09 BVR registered?

MJ09 BVR is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 28 May 2009.

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The MOT history for MJ09 BVR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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