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OV59 FME

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,643 mi
Last recorded27,643 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 FME
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 27,643 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 27,626 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 26,095 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 22,484 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 18,588 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 16,377 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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OV59 FME is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV59 FME, 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 OV59 FME registered?

OV59 FME is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is OV59 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 FME shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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