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OE09 XBU

2009 BMW R1200GS

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,712 mi
Last recorded59,712 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R1200GS29,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE09 XBU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 59,712 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 58,361 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 58,311 miles

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 56,965 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 52,587 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 50,784 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 49,960 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 48,131 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 46,273 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 43,734 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 40,178 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 40,178 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 36,380 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 30,528 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 29,403 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 29,403 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 20,305 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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OE09 XBU is a 2009 BMW R1200GS in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 29,209 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 R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE09 XBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW R1200GS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OE09 XBU registered?

OE09 XBU is a 2009 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 8 August 2009.

Is OE09 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE09 XBU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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