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YD09 VSU

2009 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,394 mi
Last recorded40,394 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 VSU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 40,394 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 39,547 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 39,529 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip beam very dim (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 37,968 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 36,392 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 34,028 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 31,184 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 29,426 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 25,964 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,330 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 21,622 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,510 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 16,839 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,655 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 13,788 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 10,931 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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YD09 VSU is a 2009 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YD09 VSU, 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 YD09 VSU?

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What year was YD09 VSU registered?

YD09 VSU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is YD09 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD09 VSU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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