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YG59 YMR

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,943 mi
Last recorded62,943 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 YMR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 62,943 miles

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

both front discs have movement on rivets

Fail 11 Aug 2023 62,936 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

both front discs have movement on rivets

Pass 6 Aug 2022 60,528 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slight movement on rivets

Offside Front brake disc slight movement on rivets

Pass 24 Sep 2019 59,142 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 58,130 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 56,495 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 56,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,459 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 42,714 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 34,914 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 34,910 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 27,615 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 21,747 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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YG59 YMR is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YG59 YMR, 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 YG59 YMR registered?

YG59 YMR is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 October 2009.

Is YG59 YMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 YMR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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