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NL59 YHB

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,093 mi
Last recorded19,093 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 YHB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2026 19,093 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 18,564 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 17,913 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 17,534 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 16,759 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 16,122 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 14,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 14,465 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 13,828 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 12,121 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 11,163 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 10,092 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,269 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 7,975 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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NL59 YHB is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NL59 YHB, 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 NL59 YHB registered?

NL59 YHB is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is NL59 YHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 YHB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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