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OY09 EXM

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

186,561 mi
Last recorded186,561 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY09 EXM
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 186,561 miles

Lean emmision

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 168,427 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 168,427 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 147,999 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 147,997 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 129,072 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 129,072 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 116,636 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 116,636 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick All. (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 96,889 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 79,408 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2014 61,233 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2014 52,639 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 46,828 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 43,920 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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OY09 EXM is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OY09 EXM, 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 OY09 EXM registered?

OY09 EXM is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is OY09 EXM safe to buy?

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