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GL59 TTF

2009 BMW R1200

Orange Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,976 mi
Last recorded56,976 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 TTF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 56,976 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 55,254 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 49,911 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 49,583 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 47,886 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 47,886 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 47,352 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 46,604 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 44,611 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 41,684 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 40,793 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 34,677 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 34,573 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 27,528 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 26,029 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 24,969 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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GL59 TTF is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Orange with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL59 TTF, 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 GL59 TTF?

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What year was GL59 TTF registered?

GL59 TTF is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is GL59 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 TTF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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