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PK59 YFO

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,449 mi
Last recorded170,449 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 YFO
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 170,449 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 153,146 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 136,131 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 119,054 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Aug 2016 119,054 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Feb 2015 92,534 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 72,129 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 45,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PK59 YFO is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 PK59 YFO, 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 PK59 YFO registered?

PK59 YFO is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is PK59 YFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK59 YFO shows 8 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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