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LF59 XSM

2009 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,305 mi
Last recorded37,305 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF59 XSM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 37,305 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 35,819 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 34,892 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 33,885 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 33,010 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 32,972 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Rear tyre 180/55/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread not clearly visible Front tyre 120/70/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2020 32,119 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 31,662 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 30,843 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 29,329 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 26,305 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 25,545 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 20,593 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 15,849 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 8,025 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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LF59 XSM is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Silver 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 LF59 XSM, 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 LF59 XSM?

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What year was LF59 XSM registered?

LF59 XSM is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is LF59 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF59 XSM 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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