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FE09 KMJ

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,879 mi
Last recorded48,879 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 KMJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 48,879 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 47,485 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2024 45,885 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened small pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened small pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2023 44,744 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 43,866 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 42,662 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 41,548 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,373 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 39,052 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 37,834 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 35,382 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 29,403 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 29,330 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 22,699 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,555 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 14,405 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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FE09 KMJ is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FE09 KMJ, 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 FE09 KMJ registered?

FE09 KMJ is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 May 2009.

Is FE09 KMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 KMJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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