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AU09 XBL

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,894 mi
Last recorded48,894 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 XBL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 May 2026 48,894 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 46,580 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 46,580 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 45,609 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 44,734 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 43,623 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 42,722 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 42,531 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 39,769 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,190 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,554 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 29,233 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 25,434 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 22,624 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2013 19,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2012 15,323 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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AU09 XBL is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver 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 AU09 XBL, 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 AU09 XBL registered?

AU09 XBL is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AU09 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 XBL 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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