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PJ09 BXU

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,002 mi
Last recorded24,002 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 BXU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 24,002 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 23,991 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 23,952 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 23,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 22,861 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 22,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 20,080 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 15,858 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 14,031 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 13,420 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,257 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 11,200 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 10,187 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 9,657 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,059 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 8,059 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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PJ09 BXU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PJ09 BXU, 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 PJ09 BXU registered?

PJ09 BXU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is PJ09 BXU safe to buy?

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