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HG09 GDK

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,164 mi
Last recorded71,164 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 GDK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 71,164 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 63,218 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 63,218 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 54,866 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 42,502 miles

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 26 Jan 2022 37,013 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 34,076 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 30,979 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 25,665 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 20,685 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 17,252 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2017 17,252 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 11,864 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 11,788 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 11,475 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,087 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 7,260 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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HG09 GDK is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HG09 GDK, 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 HG09 GDK registered?

HG09 GDK is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is HG09 GDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 GDK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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