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FY09 MTE

2009 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,368 mi
Last recorded34,368 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 MTE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 34,368 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Measured at 1MM (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Measured at 1.2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 33,514 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 32,673 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 31,609 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 31,097 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 30,621 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 29,422 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 27,895 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 27,895 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 26,263 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,539 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 20,949 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,887 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,799 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,029 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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FY09 MTE is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Silver 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 FY09 MTE, 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 FY09 MTE registered?

FY09 MTE is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is FY09 MTE safe to buy?

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