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GU59 OWY

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,196 mi
Last recorded26,196 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OWY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 26,196 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 24,714 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 24,677 miles

Nearside Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork tube (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork tube (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 24,071 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 24,053 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 23,940 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,791 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 10,016 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 8,741 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 2,432 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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GU59 OWY is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU59 OWY, 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 GU59 OWY registered?

GU59 OWY is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is GU59 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OWY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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