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FV09 AMK

2009 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,959 mi
Last recorded27,959 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 AMK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 27,959 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 24,700 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 24,700 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 24,695 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,632 miles

Rear SLIGHTLY REDUCED DAMPING ON REAR SHOCKER

Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,407 miles

rear spring has slight corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2018 24,407 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

rear spring has slight corrosion

Pass 14 Sep 2016 24,168 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 23,809 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 23,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake slight bind

Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,740 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 20,904 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FV09 AMK is a 2009 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV09 AMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV09 AMK registered?

FV09 AMK is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is FV09 AMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 AMK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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