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SY09 XLA

2009 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,067 mi
Last recorded93,067 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 93,067 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 90,436 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 89,207 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 86,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 84,091 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 84,091 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 74,526 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 64,979 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 57,511 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 57,511 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 52,534 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 46,925 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 40,926 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,775 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 28,598 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 25,789 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 25,789 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 21,028 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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SY09 XLA is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 XLA, 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 XLA registered?

SY09 XLA is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is SY09 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY09 XLA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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