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BMZ 7179

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,563 mi
Last recorded22,563 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 7179
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 22,563 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 19,886 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 15,576 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 14,308 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 14,240 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 13,942 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 13,682 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 13,382 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trunnion Bearings have play but not excessive. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 13,121 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 12,620 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 11,165 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 9,647 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 8,938 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 8,235 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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BMZ 7179 is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BMZ 7179, 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 BMZ 7179 registered?

BMZ 7179 is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is BMZ 7179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 7179 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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