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YF09 VNR

2009 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,164 mi
Last recorded46,164 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW F Series17,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 VNR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 46,164 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 43,502 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 43,502 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Failed during brake inspection (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 42,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Upper Handle bar risers bent and suspected handle bars are bent

Pass 7 Feb 2023 39,980 miles

Front low on pressure

Rear brake fluid level low

Fail 7 Feb 2023 39,980 miles

Front low on pressure

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear brake fluid level low

Pass 4 May 2021 37,496 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 36,989 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 34,107 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 31,915 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,608 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 25,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

ft float discs worn

Pass 28 Feb 2014 21,511 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 7,531 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 7,386 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

The rear brake is very slightly binding

Pass 21 Aug 2012 7,386 miles

The rear brake is very slightly binding

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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YF09 VNR is a 2009 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 17,606 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF09 VNR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF09 VNR registered?

YF09 VNR is a 2009 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is YF09 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 VNR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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