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HJ09 ZGF

2009 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,407 mi
Last recorded44,407 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 ZGF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 44,407 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 42,835 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

clutch reservoir slightly low

Pass 8 Mar 2024 41,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 39,332 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 37,751 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

rivets on front disc slightly loose

Pass 20 Mar 2021 35,421 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 35,421 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 33,219 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 29,204 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 26,302 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 23,611 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 8,144 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,556 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 16,234 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,812 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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HJ09 ZGF is a 2009 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ09 ZGF, 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 HJ09 ZGF registered?

HJ09 ZGF is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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The MOT history for HJ09 ZGF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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