CarVerify

Free Car Check

SB09 VMP

2009 BMW F Series

White Petrol 798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,180 mi
Last recorded7,180 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW F Series17,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 VMP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 7,180 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 6,935 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 6,934 miles

Steering damper ineffective Leaking (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear subframe bolt loose and likely to fall out. lock nut also missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2015 6,864 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 6,567 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 6,108 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 5,549 miles

after market exhaust fitted

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SB09 VMP is a 2009 BMW F Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 17,606 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB09 VMP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SB09 VMP?

You can check the full history of SB09 VMP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SB09 VMP registered?

SB09 VMP is a 2009 BMW F Series, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is SB09 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB09 VMP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB09 VMP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SB09 VMP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.