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PE59 XRA

2009 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,012 mi
Last recorded160,012 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 74069,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE59 XRA
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 160,012 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 149,625 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 149,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 148,462 miles

Nearside Front slight play in wheel

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 141,533 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 138,126 miles

emmsion to clean

Pass 12 Aug 2016 132,615 miles

emmsion to clean

Pass 11 Aug 2015 125,142 miles

emmision to clean

Fail 12 Aug 2014 115,597 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 115,597 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 73,106 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 73,105 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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PE59 XRA is a 2009 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 69,828 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 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE59 XRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE59 XRA registered?

PE59 XRA is a 2009 BMW 740, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is PE59 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE59 XRA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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