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YR09 NLJ

2009 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,695 mi
Last recorded45,695 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 NLJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 45,695 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 44,958 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 42,306 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 41,148 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,061 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2020 38,061 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 36,211 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 30,474 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 30,449 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 25,135 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 23,151 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 18,161 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear disc exhibits signs of over heating

Pass 9 May 2015 17,269 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 14,219 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,105 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 11,049 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 8,316 miles

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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YR09 NLJ is a 2009 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YR09 NLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR09 NLJ registered?

YR09 NLJ is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 April 2009.

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The MOT history for YR09 NLJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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