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PJ09 ZNU

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,024 mi
Last recorded35,024 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 35,024 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 34,675 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 34,675 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 34,274 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively With weight on front wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2023 34,274 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively With weight on front wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 33,283 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 33,283 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 32,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,942 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 28,282 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,669 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,049 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 19,175 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,295 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 10,153 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 ZNU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZNU, 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 ZNU registered?

PJ09 ZNU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 June 2009.

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The MOT history for PJ09 ZNU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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