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GK09 VCF

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,065 mi
Last recorded61,065 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 VCF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 61,065 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 58,908 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 55,191 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 55,191 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 51,656 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 47,467 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 44,936 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 42,470 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 39,740 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 36,006 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 31,649 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 29,278 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 22,852 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 19,988 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 14,992 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 11,733 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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GK09 VCF is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GK09 VCF, 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 GK09 VCF registered?

GK09 VCF is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is GK09 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK09 VCF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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