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DA09 VHU

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,310 mi
Last recorded38,310 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 VHU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 38,310 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 34,814 miles

corrosion on rear brake pads

surface corrosion on bike frame

Pass 21 Jun 2024 32,844 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 29,787 miles

corrosion on rear brake pads and pin

Pass 10 Jan 2022 28,484 miles

corrosion on front brake pads

Pass 2 Jun 2020 26,033 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 23,085 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 18,655 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 14,963 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 11,502 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 7,483 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2014 2,944 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 1,559 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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DA09 VHU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 DA09 VHU, 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 DA09 VHU registered?

DA09 VHU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is DA09 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA09 VHU shows 13 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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