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GL09 LYU

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,984 mi
Last recorded5,984 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 LYU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2020 5,984 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 5,316 miles

Rear Nail in tread.

Pass 6 Jul 2018 5,313 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 5,311 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 4,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 4,387 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 4,122 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 3,963 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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GL09 LYU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL09 LYU, 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 GL09 LYU registered?

GL09 LYU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is GL09 LYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 LYU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL09 LYU have outstanding finance?

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