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CU59 NKN

2009 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,606 mi
Last recorded33,606 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 NKN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 33,606 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 33,502 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 30,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 29,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 29,172 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 27,354 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 27,044 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 25,400 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 23,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 20,178 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 17,723 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 15,054 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,886 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 13,886 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 12,251 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,065 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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CU59 NKN is a 2009 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU59 NKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CU59 NKN registered?

CU59 NKN is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is CU59 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU59 NKN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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