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GEM 30

2009 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,968 mi
Last recorded36,968 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEM 30
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 36,968 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 36,955 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 36,287 miles

Front both front discs have slight backward and forward movement but NOT excessive

Pass 16 Sep 2022 35,040 miles

Central Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,121 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 31,563 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 29,280 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 28,519 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 28,519 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 23,304 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 20,839 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 20,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,777 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 8,175 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 6,672 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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GEM 30 is a 2009 BMW R Series in Orange 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 GEM 30, 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 GEM 30 registered?

GEM 30 is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is GEM 30 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEM 30 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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