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YC59 YFR

2009 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,542 mi
Last recorded89,542 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 7 Series90,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 YFR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 89,542 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 85,064 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 85,055 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 79,871 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 72,702 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 68,396 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 65,187 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 60,975 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 56,840 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 52,992 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 44,728 miles

Both front tyres have damage to their tread

Pass 11 Nov 2015 41,002 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 32,066 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 23,959 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 16,264 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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YC59 YFR is a 2009 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 90,207 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC59 YFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC59 YFR registered?

YC59 YFR is a 2009 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is YC59 YFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 YFR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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