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CA09 RZZ

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

48,501 mi
Last recorded48,501 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 48,501 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 47,974 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 44,891 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 44,891 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 42,756 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 42,756 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 37,028 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 33,114 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 30,067 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 28,977 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,788 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 27,030 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength rear hub mounts starting to crack,very slight (4.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 24,858 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,282 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 18,508 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 18,508 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2012 15,493 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 RZZ is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RZZ, 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 RZZ registered?

CA09 RZZ is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is CA09 RZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA09 RZZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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