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SH11 NLU

2011 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,694 mi
Last recorded23,694 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW R120020,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH11 NLU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 23,694 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 22,994 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 22,106 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 20,880 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 18,355 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 17,522 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,991 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,174 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 11,620 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 9,155 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 8,735 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 5,226 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Fail 2 May 2014 5,097 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Advise rear tyre to be replaced

Front brakes binding slightly

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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SH11 NLU is a 2011 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 20,791 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 SH11 NLU, 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 15 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 SH11 NLU registered?

SH11 NLU is a 2011 BMW R1200, first registered on 6 May 2011.

Is SH11 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH11 NLU 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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