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VK09 VJX

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,704 mi
Last recorded55,704 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 VJX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 55,704 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 52,896 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))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 48,832 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 44,544 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damping not affected yet (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 40,692 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 37,170 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 32,767 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 25,482 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 24,328 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,070 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 21,956 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,195 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,012 miles

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

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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VK09 VJX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VK09 VJX, 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 VK09 VJX registered?

VK09 VJX is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 2009.

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Does VK09 VJX have outstanding finance?

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