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PJ09 ZNV

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,636 mi
Last recorded18,636 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 18,636 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2025 18,309 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 18,089 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 16,651 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 14,986 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 14,839 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 14,419 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 13,444 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 12,139 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 8,310 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 7,964 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 7,964 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 May 2013 6,009 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,217 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 ZNV is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ZNV, 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 ZNV registered?

PJ09 ZNV is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 June 2009.

Is PJ09 ZNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ09 ZNV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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