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YB09 AVV

2009 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,332 mi
Last recorded60,332 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 AVV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 60,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs have slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2025 60,332 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs have slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 60,146 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil also has slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 52,537 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 49,523 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 45,124 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2018 45,124 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 38,154 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 36,662 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,897 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 31,732 miles

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

Front brakes are sticking slightly.

Pass 18 Jul 2013 26,966 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 20,431 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 20,431 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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YB09 AVV is a 2009 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB09 AVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YB09 AVV registered?

YB09 AVV is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 August 2009.

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The MOT history for YB09 AVV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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