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SM59 KFV

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,313 mi
Last recorded124,313 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 KFV
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 124,313 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 118,225 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 111,826 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 106,328 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Dec 2021 102,571 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 99,491 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 95,041 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 88,828 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 82,935 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 72,238 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 65,304 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 56,457 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 48,520 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 42,227 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 41,994 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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SM59 KFV 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 100%.

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 SM59 KFV, 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 SM59 KFV registered?

SM59 KFV is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is SM59 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 KFV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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