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SY09 XMG

2009 BMW R Series

Black Electric 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,981 mi
Last recorded35,981 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 XMG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2022 35,981 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 34,722 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 29,346 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,880 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm in places (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm in places (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 May 2017 19,885 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,101 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 14,154 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 12,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2013 7,300 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 5,163 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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SY09 XMG is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SY09 XMG, 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 SY09 XMG registered?

SY09 XMG is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is SY09 XMG safe to buy?

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