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CA09 AYU

2009 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,233 mi
Last recorded20,233 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 AYU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 20,233 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 22,026 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 20,073 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 20,027 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 19,933 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 18,586 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 16,469 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 13,556 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 12,093 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 10,166 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 6,788 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 6,585 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 6 Jun 2014 6,249 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 5,840 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 5,345 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,345 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 4,819 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 4,819 miles

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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CA09 AYU is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CA09 AYU, 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 CA09 AYU registered?

CA09 AYU is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is CA09 AYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA09 AYU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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