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FY59 TFE

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,762 mi
Last recorded21,762 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 TFE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2025 21,762 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 20,844 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 18,424 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 15,956 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 15,133 miles

EML light on dash

Pass 6 Jan 2021 14,580 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,000 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 10,413 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 10,279 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 8,898 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 8,069 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 7,227 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 5,827 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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FY59 TFE is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY59 TFE, 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

How do I check the history of FY59 TFE?

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What year was FY59 TFE registered?

FY59 TFE is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FY59 TFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 TFE shows 13 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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