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AU09 XBX

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,270 mi
Last recorded64,270 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 XBX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 64,270 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 53,805 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 40,495 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 29,860 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 28,627 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 28,627 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 26,482 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 22,664 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,087 miles

cut in rear tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2016 19,816 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 16,881 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 15,525 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 15,525 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 13,185 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 9,711 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 XBX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XBX, 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 AU09 XBX?

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What year was AU09 XBX registered?

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

Is AU09 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 XBX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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