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PJ09 ZNO

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,848 mi
Last recorded75,848 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 ZNO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 75,848 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 75,563 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2024 74,954 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 74,009 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 69,360 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 65,643 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 62,665 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 55,925 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 48,995 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc has odd marks running between inner holes

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

Fail 23 Mar 2018 48,995 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb not seated correctly - distorted beam pattern (1.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour shines white (1.5.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured shines light orange - almost white (1.5.1b)

Offside Front brake disc has odd marks running between inner holes

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,631 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 45,388 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 41,529 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 33,237 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 24,284 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,848 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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PJ09 ZNO is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PJ09 ZNO, 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 ZNO registered?

PJ09 ZNO is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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