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PXZ 1706

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

162,509 mi
Last recorded162,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXZ 1706
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 162,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 159,339 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 157,122 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 152,279 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 148,785 miles

O/S/F back plate loose but secure

Pass 24 Jul 2021 136,930 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 116,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 99,593 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 91,286 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside rear of two arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,224 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 72,382 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 72,382 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 60,823 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 48,799 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 48,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 39,541 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 37,384 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 29,626 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 15 Feb 2012 29,626 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear 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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PXZ 1706 is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PXZ 1706, 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 PXZ 1706 registered?

PXZ 1706 is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is PXZ 1706 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PXZ 1706 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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