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SM09 NWD

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,895 mi
Last recorded12,895 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 NWD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 12,895 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 12,883 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 12,710 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 12,558 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 12,558 miles

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

neutral display intermittient

Pass 11 Aug 2021 11,932 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively looks to have been run with no material on pads at some point (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively looks to have been run with no pads at some point (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil underneath shock absorber is oily (5.3.2 (b))

Rear shock absorber slow to react - have tried in various settings

service light on

Pass 11 Aug 2020 11,334 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 8,768 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Mudguard insecure Engine sump guard ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 8,325 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,041 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 7,260 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 6,791 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 4,359 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 4,105 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 3,561 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 NWD is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey 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 NWD, 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.

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What year was SM09 NWD registered?

SM09 NWD is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is SM09 NWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 NWD 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.

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