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VK09 BSX

2009 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,915 mi
Last recorded39,915 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 BSX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 39,915 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 38,871 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 38,871 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Bulb was upside down (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 37,397 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 32,021 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 30,436 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 28,563 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2020 28,563 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 23,581 miles

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 19,067 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 17,655 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 14,550 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 14,078 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,990 miles

oil level slightly low

Pass 16 May 2014 11,541 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 9,337 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 8,439 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 5,979 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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VK09 BSX is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VK09 BSX, 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 VK09 BSX registered?

VK09 BSX is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is VK09 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 BSX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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