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MY09 GSA

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,969 mi
Last recorded27,969 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY09 GSA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 27,969 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 27,200 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 26,300 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 25,810 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 25,633 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 25,611 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2019 25,580 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 25,136 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 24,524 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 23,339 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 23,217 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre cracking

Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,541 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 20,084 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 19,340 miles

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

rear brake pads low

Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,585 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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MY09 GSA 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 86.7%.

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 MY09 GSA, 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 MY09 GSA registered?

MY09 GSA is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is MY09 GSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY09 GSA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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