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SG59 TGK

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,733 mi
Last recorded72,733 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 TGK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 72,733 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 72,710 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Lower crash bars have movement and bolt through engine and frame.

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

Rear Lower rear caliper guide pins have a lot of movement.

Pass 29 Nov 2024 60,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 60,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 51,016 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 50,646 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 50,236 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 49,239 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 49,137 miles

slight play in inner bevel drive linkage bearing

Fail 4 Jun 2020 49,086 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2019 47,553 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 41,642 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 35,172 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 30,973 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 30,973 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2014 23,344 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 16,603 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 10,535 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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SG59 TGK is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SG59 TGK, 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 SG59 TGK registered?

SG59 TGK is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is SG59 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 TGK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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