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YR59 YLS

2009 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,909 mi
Last recorded26,909 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 YLS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 26,909 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 25,045 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 23,699 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 22,922 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 20,581 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 18,620 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 17,044 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 16,446 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 16,337 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 16,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 16,168 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 15,680 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 14,772 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 14,027 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 12,412 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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YR59 YLS is a 2009 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YR59 YLS, 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 YR59 YLS registered?

YR59 YLS is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 October 2009.

Is YR59 YLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 YLS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR59 YLS have outstanding finance?

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