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GU59 OWJ

2009 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,474 mi
Last recorded27,474 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OWJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 27,474 miles
Pass 9 May 2026 27,470 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 24,233 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 22,773 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,475 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 19,923 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 19,902 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 19,306 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 18,950 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 13,719 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,271 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 12,961 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 12,955 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 11,357 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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GU59 OWJ is a 2009 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GU59 OWJ, 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 GU59 OWJ registered?

GU59 OWJ is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is GU59 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OWJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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