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SG09 LBE

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,694 mi
Last recorded26,694 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 LBE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 26,694 miles

EU category incorrect , vehicle category is L3

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 26,305 miles

EU category incorrect . should read L3

Pass 31 May 2023 24,293 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 23,719 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 21,978 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 20,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 19,666 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 16,637 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 12,251 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2013 10,988 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,988 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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SG09 LBE is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SG09 LBE, 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 SG09 LBE?

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What year was SG09 LBE registered?

SG09 LBE is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is SG09 LBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 LBE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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