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YD59 XGX

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,017 mi
Last recorded49,017 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD59 XGX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 49,017 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 48,729 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 48,260 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 47,451 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 45,650 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 44,739 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 40,710 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 40,705 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 37,611 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,630 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,613 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,009 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 23,353 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 23,353 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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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YD59 XGX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD59 XGX, 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 YD59 XGX registered?

YD59 XGX is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YD59 XGX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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