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BM09 BEZ

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,453 mi
Last recorded34,453 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM09 BEZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 34,453 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,980 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 31,937 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 27,317 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 27,036 miles

Central Rear Lower Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 26,150 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 25,293 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 24,089 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 23,896 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 23,226 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 23,045 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 22,221 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 17,967 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 14,326 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 14,326 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 14,184 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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BM09 BEZ 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 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BM09 BEZ, 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

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What year was BM09 BEZ registered?

BM09 BEZ is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is BM09 BEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM09 BEZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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