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FL09 KDU

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,811 mi
Last recorded35,811 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 KDU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 35,811 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,587 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 33,581 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 30,957 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 27,544 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 25,301 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 25,382 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 23,687 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 21,070 miles

Suspected nail in rear tyre

Fail 10 Jun 2017 21,070 miles

Headlamp aim too high Bulb inserted incorrectly (1.6)

Suspected nail in rear tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2016 17,393 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 17,393 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 16,443 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 14,477 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,065 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,576 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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FL09 KDU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FL09 KDU, 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 FL09 KDU registered?

FL09 KDU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 2009.

Is FL09 KDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 KDU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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