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MK59 HCD

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,344 mi
Last recorded152,344 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 HCD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 152,344 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 144,551 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 124,769 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 102,472 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 102,472 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 96,141 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 77,195 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 77,193 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2018 57,157 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 41,441 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2016 34,670 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Central Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 28,082 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 20,712 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 15,764 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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MK59 HCD is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MK59 HCD, 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 MK59 HCD registered?

MK59 HCD is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is MK59 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 HCD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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