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CU09 LKM

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,220 mi
Last recorded12,220 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU09 LKM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 12,220 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 12,209 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 12,195 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 12,185 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 12,080 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 12,080 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 11,730 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 11,444 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 5,932 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,656 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 5,052 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 5,052 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2012 4,406 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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CU09 LKM is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CU09 LKM, 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 CU09 LKM registered?

CU09 LKM is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is CU09 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU09 LKM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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