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VN59 GNU

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,079 mi
Last recorded43,079 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 GNU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 43,079 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 38,892 miles

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

Offside Front brake pad pin reatining clip missing but secure with threaded part of pin

Pass 20 Apr 2024 35,980 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 35,036 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 34,490 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 33,846 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 31,812 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 30,619 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,488 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 21,120 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,869 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 15,073 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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VN59 GNU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VN59 GNU, 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 VN59 GNU registered?

VN59 GNU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is VN59 GNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN59 GNU shows 12 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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