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SG59 TGV

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,135 mi
Last recorded32,135 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 TGV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 32,135 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 31,983 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2021 31,983 miles

Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 27,898 miles

Front tyre perishing (cracks appearing in sidewall).

Fail 24 Aug 2013 27,877 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre persished

Pass 1 Sep 2012 21,078 miles

Passenger Seat Missing

Rear brake control sticking

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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SG59 TGV is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SG59 TGV, 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 SG59 TGV registered?

SG59 TGV is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SG59 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 TGV shows 6 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.

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