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SB09 VML

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,472 mi
Last recorded19,472 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 VML
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 19,472 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 19,164 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 18,980 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 18,861 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 17,896 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 17,453 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 14,142 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 12,925 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 12,082 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 9,846 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 8,300 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 5,730 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 4,724 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 3,847 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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SB09 VML is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SB09 VML, 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 SB09 VML?

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What year was SB09 VML registered?

SB09 VML is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is SB09 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB09 VML shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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