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SG09 LBY

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,525 mi
Last recorded88,525 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 LBY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 88,525 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 85,842 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 82,745 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 79,770 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 79,770 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2019 75,259 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 67,794 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 59,106 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm in places (4.1.3(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,991 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2015 46,906 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 41,845 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 35,673 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 25,792 miles

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

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

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 LBY is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LBY, 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 SG09 LBY registered?

SG09 LBY is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is SG09 LBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 LBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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