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AF59 VDX

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,566 mi
Last recorded35,566 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 VDX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 35,566 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 35,566 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 35,566 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2024 33,421 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 30,459 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 29,539 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 28,085 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 27,093 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 25,716 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 24,518 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 24,284 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 24,284 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,613 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 20,166 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 14,458 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,535 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AF59 VDX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 24,284 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF59 VDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 17 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF59 VDX?

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What year was AF59 VDX registered?

AF59 VDX is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is AF59 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 VDX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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