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SK59 UED

2009 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,088 mi
Last recorded51,088 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 UED
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 51,088 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 50,114 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 49,804 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))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 49,800 miles

Front Upper Fork yoke insecure yoke bearing free play (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 49,276 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 47,311 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 46,402 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 43,895 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 40,436 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 34,286 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (wear uneven) (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 29,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,729 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 11,449 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 5,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2013 5,323 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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SK59 UED 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 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 SK59 UED, 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 SK59 UED registered?

SK59 UED is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is SK59 UED safe to buy?

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