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J2 GWS

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,641 mi
Last recorded28,641 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 GWS
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 28,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 27,868 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 26,368 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 25,786 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 24,336 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 24,304 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 22,704 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 21,147 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 14,922 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 12,842 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 8,345 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 6,424 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 4,085 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 4,085 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 1,567 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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J2 GWS is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J2 GWS, 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 J2 GWS?

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What year was J2 GWS registered?

J2 GWS is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is J2 GWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 GWS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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