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VK09 WTP

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,183 mi
Last recorded21,183 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 WTP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 21,183 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 21,062 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Rear disc showing signs wear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 21,009 miles

Rear Slight warping of rear disc

Pass 3 Oct 2016 19,197 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,639 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 14,769 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,714 miles

Rear 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 WTP is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 WTP, 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

How do I check the history of VK09 WTP?

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What year was VK09 WTP registered?

VK09 WTP is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is VK09 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 WTP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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