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VK59 GYJ

2009 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,759 mi
Last recorded41,759 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 GYJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 41,759 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 38,011 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 38,011 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 34,376 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 31,255 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake slightly binding

Fail 5 Mar 2016 31,255 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

front brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Nov 2014 28,079 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Nov 2013 23,351 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 18,804 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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VK59 GYJ is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK59 GYJ, 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 VK59 GYJ registered?

VK59 GYJ is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 14 November 2009.

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