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A20 BKL

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,688 mi
Last recorded18,688 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BKL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 18,688 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 18,562 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 18,109 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 17,573 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 15,385 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 15,235 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 14,728 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 14,435 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 13,978 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 11,861 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 9,793 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 8,613 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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A20 BKL is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 23,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 BKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 BKL registered?

A20 BKL is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is A20 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BKL shows 12 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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