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FP17 BYF

2017 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,205 mi
Last recorded12,205 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW R120014,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP17 BYF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 12,205 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 11,951 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 9,177 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front N/S Front indicator mounting fractured slightly

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 8,611 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 8,292 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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FP17 BYF is a 2017 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 14,466 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 FP17 BYF, 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 9 years old, this BMW R1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP17 BYF registered?

FP17 BYF is a 2017 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is FP17 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP17 BYF shows 5 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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