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GW51 COX

2017 BMW R1200

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests33 (29 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate87.9%

Mileage

20,504 mi
Last recorded20,504 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW R120014,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW51 COX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2017
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

29 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 20,504 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2025 10,021 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 19,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 32,750 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 9,640 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2024 31,780 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 16,128 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 9,360 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 9,360 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 31,014 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 14,648 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,209 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 30,415 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 11,459 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 9,246 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 5,468 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 29,886 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 29,886 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 4,091 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 29,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 4,675 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 28,676 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 3,473 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 27,340 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 27,340 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 24,287 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 22,309 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 18,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 15,248 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 10,906 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,222 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 10,222 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2011 4,450 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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GW51 COX is a 2017 BMW R1200 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.9%.

Across all 2017 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 14,466 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 GW51 COX, 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 9 years old, this BMW R1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW51 COX registered?

GW51 COX is a 2017 BMW R1200, first registered on 14 October 2017.

Is GW51 COX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW51 COX shows 33 tests with a 87.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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