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RJ09 XSP

2009 BMW 730

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,307 mi
Last recorded136,307 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ09 XSP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 136,307 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 136,306 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 130,163 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

cracks in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2016 118,782 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 110,756 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 107,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 166,641 miles

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

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/front tyre low tread on outer edge(still legal)

o/s/front tyre low tread on inner and outer edges(still legal)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 95,879 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 95,879 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 83,535 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 69,012 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 55,976 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 36,984 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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RJ09 XSP is a 2009 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RJ09 XSP, 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.

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What year was RJ09 XSP registered?

RJ09 XSP is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 17 August 2009.

Is RJ09 XSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ09 XSP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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