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FE59 KFO

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,097 mi
Last recorded34,097 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 KFO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 34,097 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 33,959 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 31,958 miles

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 31,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 30,671 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 29,288 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 27,913 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 27,913 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 25,509 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,474 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 20,215 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 15,953 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 15,953 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 11,971 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,907 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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FE59 KFO is a 2009 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FE59 KFO, 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 FE59 KFO registered?

FE59 KFO is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is FE59 KFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 KFO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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