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PK09 VGL

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,661 mi
Last recorded36,661 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK09 VGL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 36,661 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 33,592 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 27,465 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 25,758 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 23,560 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 22,804 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 22,412 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 20,519 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 17,682 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 15,278 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 12,360 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 9,532 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 6,199 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 3,818 miles

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

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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PK09 VGL 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 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 PK09 VGL, 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 PK09 VGL registered?

PK09 VGL is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is PK09 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK09 VGL 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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