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HV59 VGT

2009 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,143 mi
Last recorded57,143 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 VGT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 57,143 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 52,597 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 48,481 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 45,651 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,576 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 41,576 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 Jan 2021 41,546 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 36,584 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 35,149 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 30,502 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2017 30,502 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2016 24,849 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 22,856 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 20,591 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 20,591 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2013 18,335 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 13,584 miles

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 VGT is a 2009 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,293cc 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 HV59 VGT, 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 VGT registered?

HV59 VGT is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is HV59 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 VGT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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