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YR09 ZCX

2009 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,624 mi
Last recorded120,624 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 ZCX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 120,624 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 116,234 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left front fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 113,963 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 109,209 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 99,316 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 91,396 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 82,562 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 76,572 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 70,507 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 61,800 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 56,212 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 44,163 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,807 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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YR09 ZCX is a 2009 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YR09 ZCX, 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 YR09 ZCX?

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What year was YR09 ZCX registered?

YR09 ZCX is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is YR09 ZCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR09 ZCX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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