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R7 GTK

2009 BMW 135

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,446 mi
Last recorded75,446 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 GTK
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 75,446 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 72,004 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 72,003 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 69,382 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 67,577 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 67,577 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 63,127 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 58,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 54,896 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres treads small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 47,562 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 18 Jan 2018 38,267 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 38,156 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 34,664 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 32,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 28,802 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 27,381 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 20,296 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,227 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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R7 GTK is a 2009 BMW 135 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R7 GTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R7 GTK registered?

R7 GTK is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is R7 GTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 GTK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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