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SY09 NBJ

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,280 mi
Last recorded32,280 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 NBJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 32,280 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 31,482 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 30,935 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 27,275 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 27,275 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 25,564 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 24,459 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 22,287 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 20,649 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 15,598 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 12,078 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 11,292 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,295 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 9 Apr 2012 9,613 miles

rear tyre worn ( squared off )

Fail 9 Apr 2012 9,613 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

rear tyre worn ( squared off )

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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SY09 NBJ 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 86.7%.

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 SY09 NBJ, 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 SY09 NBJ registered?

SY09 NBJ is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 April 2009.

Is SY09 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY09 NBJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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