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PK09 VGP

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,992 mi
Last recorded35,992 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK09 VGP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 35,992 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 35,982 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 35,885 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 35,356 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 34,760 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 34,108 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 33,547 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 30,158 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 26,758 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 25,111 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,472 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 7,242 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,966 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 3,993 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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PK09 VGP is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey 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 PK09 VGP, 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 PK09 VGP registered?

PK09 VGP is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is PK09 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK09 VGP 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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