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HN09 KVK

2009 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,776 mi
Last recorded56,776 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN09 KVK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 56,776 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 56,145 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 55,904 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 55,904 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 53,744 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 48,359 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 46,827 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 44,910 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 42,227 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 41,381 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 37,675 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 37,675 miles

Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2015 36,339 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 35,333 miles

Both tyres squared off. HID lamp bulb on dip beam. Rear hugger close to rear tyre. Squeek on R/H turns. Front disc bobbins slightly worn.

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 Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2014 35,332 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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

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))

Noise from front on right hand turns. HID lamp for dip beam. Front tyre worn on shoulders.

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

Rear mudguard insecure

Fail 20 May 2013 35,258 miles

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

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))

Front brake squeeks on R/H turn. Rear tyre worn in centre of tread to 1mm. Front tyre worn on shoulders. HID dip beam fitted.

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

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 26 May 2012 33,585 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HN09 KVK is a 2009 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN09 KVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HN09 KVK registered?

HN09 KVK is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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