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SC09 VPA

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,673 mi
Last recorded38,673 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC09 VPA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 38,673 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 37,366 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 36,102 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,922 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 33,838 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 30,872 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 29,060 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 26,254 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 22,048 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,913 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,892 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 20,703 miles

Brake warning lamp illuminated

Pass 23 May 2013 20,462 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 20,444 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2012 20,068 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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SC09 VPA is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SC09 VPA, 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 SC09 VPA registered?

SC09 VPA is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is SC09 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC09 VPA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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