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SD09 SVR

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,686 mi
Last recorded39,686 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD09 SVR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,686 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 36,400 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 34,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 30,814 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort more than slight , but not yet excessive (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 spokes on N/S of wheel have lost preload (5.2.2 (d))

Neutral light and N randomly flash when in neutral ( flashed up 2 at one point )

knock when rear suspension bounced - unable to locate

most warnings flashing on dash ( low fuel , exterior temp )

Pass 4 May 2022 29,221 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2021 27,223 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 26,477 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 23,777 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged caliper banjo worn flat (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 21,530 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength rear brake line (3.2.A1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 20,338 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 18,206 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 15,708 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 13,132 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,068 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 10,348 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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SD09 SVR is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SD09 SVR, 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.

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What year was SD09 SVR registered?

SD09 SVR is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is SD09 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD09 SVR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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