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GIB 407

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,487 mi
Last recorded33,487 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIB 407
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 33,487 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 31,801 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 30,086 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 29,922 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 29,530 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 29,255 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 29,134 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 28,644 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 27,963 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,088 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 21,216 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 21,216 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 19,351 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,315 miles

headlamp pattern slightly obscured by additional guard

Pass 15 May 2012 9,976 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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GIB 407 is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver 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 GIB 407, 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 GIB 407?

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What year was GIB 407 registered?

GIB 407 is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is GIB 407 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIB 407 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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