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SG09 LBU

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,762 mi
Last recorded16,762 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 LBU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 16,762 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 16,762 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 15,561 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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SG09 LBU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SG09 LBU, 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

How do I check the history of SG09 LBU?

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What year was SG09 LBU registered?

SG09 LBU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is SG09 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 LBU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SG09 LBU have outstanding finance?

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