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AO09 YBF

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,164 mi
Last recorded19,164 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 YBF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,164 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 18,880 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 18,311 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 17,760 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 16,989 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 15,519 miles

Rear Slight Play in Paralever bearings

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 13,816 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 13,308 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 13,308 miles

Headlamp aim too high Bulb Fitted incorrectly (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 12,850 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 11,425 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 10,524 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 7,872 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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AO09 YBF is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO09 YBF, 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.

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What year was AO09 YBF registered?

AO09 YBF is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 July 2009.

Is AO09 YBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 YBF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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