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HG09 RRY

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,605 mi
Last recorded19,605 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 RRY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 19,605 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2025 16,948 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 16,800 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 15,129 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 14,866 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 14,866 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 14,849 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

slight play in top yoke suspect rubber mounts

Pass 5 Nov 2016 14,843 miles

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

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

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

slight play in top yoke-suspect rubber mounts

Pass 4 Nov 2015 13,755 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 11,606 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 8,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 6,485 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 RRY is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RRY, 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.

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What year was HG09 RRY registered?

HG09 RRY is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is HG09 RRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 RRY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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