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SB09 VMO

2009 BMW G Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,385 mi
Last recorded20,385 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW G Series7,255 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 VMO
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 20,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside + offside (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 16,953 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 16,558 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 16,556 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 16,556 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 16,270 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 16,270 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 16,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,844 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,590 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 15,464 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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SB09 VMO is a 2009 BMW G Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 7,255 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB09 VMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SB09 VMO registered?

SB09 VMO is a 2009 BMW G Series, first registered on 28 July 2009.

Is SB09 VMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB09 VMO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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