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WK09 JVP

2009 BMW 730

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

371,165 mi
Last recorded371,165 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK09 JVP
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 371,165 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 350,848 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 333,073 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 311,179 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 291,602 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 169,949 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 273,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 241,016 miles

run flat Tyre fitted to o/s/f

Fail 9 May 2019 240,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

run flat Tyre fitted to o/s/f

Pass 23 May 2018 219,042 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 126,087 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays on

Pass 8 Jun 2016 176,876 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 92,841 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,598 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 68,521 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 64,516 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 76,489 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 76,489 miles

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

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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WK09 JVP is a 2009 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WK09 JVP, 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 WK09 JVP registered?

WK09 JVP is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is WK09 JVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK09 JVP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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