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GX09 LVO

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,974 mi
Last recorded50,974 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 LVO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 50,974 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 50,599 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2022 50,599 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 50,330 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 49,743 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 49,330 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,230 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,854 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 47,394 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 41,516 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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GX09 LVO is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver 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 GX09 LVO, 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 GX09 LVO registered?

GX09 LVO is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is GX09 LVO safe to buy?

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