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MF09 FGO

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,225 mi
Last recorded57,225 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF09 FGO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 57,225 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 57,217 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 57,030 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,554 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 52,482 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 52,463 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 52,177 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 48,038 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 42,902 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 34,775 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 29,867 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 22,050 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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MF09 FGO is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MF09 FGO, 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 MF09 FGO?

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What year was MF09 FGO registered?

MF09 FGO is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 14 March 2009.

Is MF09 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF09 FGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF09 FGO have outstanding finance?

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