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AK09 VWY

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,121 mi
Last recorded57,121 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 VWY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 57,121 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 53,655 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 51,888 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 49,831 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 49,831 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 47,713 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 46,204 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 43,712 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 39,927 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 May 2018 39,886 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 36,812 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 33,773 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 29,367 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 24,334 miles

Top Box Mounts Worn but still Secure

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,589 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,720 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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AK09 VWY is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK09 VWY, 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 AK09 VWY registered?

AK09 VWY is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is AK09 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 VWY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK09 VWY have outstanding finance?

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