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GF09 SPX

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,539 mi
Last recorded114,539 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 SPX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 114,539 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 114,529 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 107,628 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 100,742 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 93,268 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 88,035 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 81,127 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 75,136 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

front pads appear low

Pass 23 May 2018 69,074 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 62,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 55,899 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 55,899 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 48,261 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,807 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 32,360 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 23,958 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 22,193 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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GF09 SPX is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GF09 SPX, 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 GF09 SPX registered?

GF09 SPX is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is GF09 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF09 SPX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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