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AO09 VUW

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,336 mi
Last recorded26,336 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 VUW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 26,336 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 26,020 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 26,013 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 21,782 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 16,061 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 11,830 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2012 11,653 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

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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AO09 VUW is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AO09 VUW, 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 AO09 VUW registered?

AO09 VUW is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is AO09 VUW safe to buy?

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