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YC59 GVF

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,466 mi
Last recorded162,466 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 GVF
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 162,466 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 158,799 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 154,989 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH rear pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 149,527 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 149,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 139,214 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 129,430 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 124,270 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 113,902 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 103,463 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 95,758 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 79,162 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 64,277 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s/r jacking point missing

Fail 9 Oct 2013 56,093 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 45,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

adv n/s/f tyre outer edge outside mid 3/4 scrubbing

adv o/s/f tyre outer edge outside mid 3/4 scrubbing

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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YC59 GVF is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YC59 GVF, 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 YC59 GVF registered?

YC59 GVF is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is YC59 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 GVF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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