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OV59 FMG

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,882 mi
Last recorded44,882 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 FMG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 44,882 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 43,670 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 39,378 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 35,480 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 34,188 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 29,863 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 24,585 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 21,256 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 20,245 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2016 19,478 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 18,661 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,633 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 16,594 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 119,329 miles

front tyre has started to flatten off not dangerous

rear tyre has cut under 25mm also starting to flatten off not dangerous

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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OV59 FMG is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV59 FMG, 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 OV59 FMG registered?

OV59 FMG is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is OV59 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 FMG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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