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RV09 ULZ

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV09 ULZ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 26,927 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 26,866 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 26,861 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 26,534 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 25,760 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 24,149 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,284 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 21,248 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 21,248 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 20,144 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 18,595 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,057 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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RV09 ULZ is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RV09 ULZ, 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

How do I check the history of RV09 ULZ?

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What year was RV09 ULZ registered?

RV09 ULZ is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is RV09 ULZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV09 ULZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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