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YT59 RPU

2009 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,372 mi
Last recorded39,372 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R Series24,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 RPU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 39,372 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 38,822 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,169 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 35,134 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 33,881 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 30,264 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 30,261 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 28,270 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 27,512 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 26,912 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,522 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 25,948 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 25,274 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 24,343 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 22,880 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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YT59 RPU is a 2009 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YT59 RPU, 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 YT59 RPU registered?

YT59 RPU is a 2009 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 October 2009.

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The MOT history for YT59 RPU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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