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VK09 VKJ

2009 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,419 mi
Last recorded36,419 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 VKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 36,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 35,490 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 34,330 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 31,985 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 29,780 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 29,108 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 28,056 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 24,154 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 22,903 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 22,903 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2015 20,291 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 17,511 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 13,779 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 11,505 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 VKJ is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VKJ, 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 VK09 VKJ?

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What year was VK09 VKJ registered?

VK09 VKJ is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is VK09 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 VKJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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