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AO09 YAV

2009 BMW K Series

Orange Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,747 mi
Last recorded18,747 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 YAV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 18,747 miles

Front roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 8 Jan 2015 18,094 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 16,465 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 11,740 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 11,721 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AO09 YAV is a 2009 BMW K Series in Orange with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO09 YAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO09 YAV registered?

AO09 YAV is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is AO09 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 YAV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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