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HV59 FBA

2009 BMW K Series

Beige Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,382 mi
Last recorded25,382 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 FBA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 25,382 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2024 25,360 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 25,286 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,216 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,889 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 21,659 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 11,613 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 10,785 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 10,399 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 10,357 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 9,851 miles

I recommend fitting a larger washer to the exhaust muffler bolt as the one fitted is being pulled through into the rubber.

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

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

unable to see large areas of the frame due to fairings.

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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HV59 FBA is a 2009 BMW K Series in Beige with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HV59 FBA, 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 HV59 FBA registered?

HV59 FBA is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is HV59 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 FBA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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