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SK09 UEX

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,717 mi
Last recorded45,717 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK09 UEX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 45,717 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 42,911 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 36,971 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 36,971 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 29,744 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 29,774 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2012 21,721 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 15,650 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 15,650 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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SK09 UEX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SK09 UEX, 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 SK09 UEX registered?

SK09 UEX is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is SK09 UEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK09 UEX shows 9 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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