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HG09 RSV

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,006 mi
Last recorded70,006 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2022 70,006 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 62,927 miles

Direction indicator light intensity reduced left rear indicator (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front swing arm boot torn

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 54,290 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 45,619 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2019 45,619 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 35,886 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 35,886 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 29,276 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 28,298 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 24,484 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 20,025 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,025 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 15,025 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 RSV is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RSV, 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 RSV registered?

HG09 RSV is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is HG09 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 RSV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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