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SC09 VPM

2009 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,840 mi
Last recorded97,840 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC09 VPM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 97,840 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 95,019 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2024 89,247 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 84,930 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 84,930 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 82,504 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 72,419 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 72,419 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 70,352 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 58,285 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 54,855 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 49,617 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 23,867 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 18,482 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 16,239 miles

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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SC09 VPM is a 2009 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SC09 VPM, 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 SC09 VPM registered?

SC09 VPM is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 August 2009.

Is SC09 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC09 VPM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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