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CA09 AZV

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,161 mi
Last recorded82,161 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 AZV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 82,161 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 80,341 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 79,234 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

When carrying out brake roller test rear brake - notchy/knocking felt though rear

Fail 13 Jul 2022 79,234 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

When carrying out brake roller test rear brake - notchy/knocking felt though rear

Pass 1 Jul 2021 74,803 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 72,136 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 70,496 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 67,019 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 61,370 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 51,587 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 49,513 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 26,122 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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CA09 AZV is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CA09 AZV, 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 CA09 AZV registered?

CA09 AZV is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is CA09 AZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA09 AZV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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