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SM09 FVH

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,940 mi
Last recorded29,940 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FVH
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 29,940 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 29,903 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 28,480 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 27,434 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 26,613 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 25,799 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 22,694 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 17,962 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 13,477 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 8,862 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 8,417 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 7,853 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 5,269 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 3,664 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 2,434 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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SM09 FVH is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red 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 SM09 FVH, 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 SM09 FVH?

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What year was SM09 FVH registered?

SM09 FVH is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 June 2009.

Is SM09 FVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 FVH 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.

Does SM09 FVH have outstanding finance?

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