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B5 BYO

2009 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1271cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,399 mi
Last recorded99,399 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 BYO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,271cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 99,399 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 95,071 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 90,485 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 82,691 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 73,356 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 62,624 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 51,774 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 42,399 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 36,030 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Offside front indicator lens cracked

Pass 4 Mar 2016 30,968 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 25,652 miles

Slight play in top steering ball joint

Pass 5 Mar 2014 21,718 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 15,466 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 11,531 miles

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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B5 BYO is a 2009 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,271cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B5 BYO, 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 B5 BYO registered?

B5 BYO is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is B5 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 BYO shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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