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RV59 VVR

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,086 mi
Last recorded20,086 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 VVR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 20,086 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 19,110 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 18,365 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 13,361 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 7,524 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,524 miles

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

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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RV59 VVR is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RV59 VVR, 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 RV59 VVR registered?

RV59 VVR is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is RV59 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 VVR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV59 VVR have outstanding finance?

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