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VU09 VXK

2009 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,707 mi
Last recorded47,707 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 VXK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 47,707 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 47,413 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 43,315 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 42,418 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 40,974 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight buckle. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight flat in nearside of rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 39,851 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 35,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc has side to side movement more than would be expected (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 34,074 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 32,392 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 26,880 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 23,207 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 19,592 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,705 miles

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

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

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

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

Small cut in rear tyre tread.

Pass 27 Feb 2012 13,616 miles

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)

Thorn stuck in front tyre.

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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VU09 VXK is a 2009 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 VU09 VXK, 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 VU09 VXK registered?

VU09 VXK is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is VU09 VXK safe to buy?

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