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GJ07 SMX

2007 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,407 mi
Last recorded53,407 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW R120024,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ07 SMX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 53,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 41,315 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 41,298 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2017 31,269 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 31,269 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 16,900 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 16,855 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 14,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 12,969 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,672 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 9,830 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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GJ07 SMX is a 2007 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2007 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 24,946 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 GJ07 SMX, 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 19 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ07 SMX registered?

GJ07 SMX is a 2007 BMW R1200, first registered on 13 March 2007.

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The MOT history for GJ07 SMX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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