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FP09 LVA

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,416 mi
Last recorded44,416 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 LVA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 44,416 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 36,327 miles

Rear tyre tread feathering

Pass 2 Dec 2023 29,687 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 29,506 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 29,506 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 27,900 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 27,810 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,928 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 21,613 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 20,567 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,623 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight play in rear drive bearing

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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FP09 LVA is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FP09 LVA, 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 FP09 LVA?

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What year was FP09 LVA registered?

FP09 LVA is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 July 2009.

Is FP09 LVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 LVA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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