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FE59 KGO

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,930 mi
Last recorded25,930 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 25,930 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 25,705 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 25,523 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 25,054 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,241 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 23,035 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 23,035 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 214,457 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 16,989 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 16,984 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 12,853 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 7,201 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 654 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 505 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 392 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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FE59 KGO 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 93.3%.

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 FE59 KGO, 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

How do I check the history of FE59 KGO?

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What year was FE59 KGO registered?

FE59 KGO is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is FE59 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 KGO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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