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AK09 VXA

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,827 mi
Last recorded44,827 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 VXA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 44,827 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 38,620 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 33,262 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 33,250 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 32,641 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 32,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 32,222 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 31,411 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 30,869 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 30,771 miles

Slight play in top fork bridge bearing

Pass 29 Oct 2016 30,286 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2015 29,826 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 28,145 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 25,112 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 23,914 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 VXA is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AK09 VXA, 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 VXA registered?

AK09 VXA is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is AK09 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 VXA 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.

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