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EA09 VHH

2009 BMW K Series

Orange Petrol 1271cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,286 mi
Last recorded36,286 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA09 VHH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,271cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 36,286 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 35,436 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 35,145 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 34,527 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 32,193 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 32,187 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 32,071 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 28,755 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,381 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 23,158 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 20,679 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 17,997 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 17,988 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 16,453 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 16,394 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 14,925 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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EA09 VHH is a 2009 BMW K Series in Orange with a 1,271cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EA09 VHH, 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 EA09 VHH registered?

EA09 VHH is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is EA09 VHH safe to buy?

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