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VO59 UMU

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,334 mi
Last recorded27,334 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO59 UMU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 27,334 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 27,321 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2025 27,314 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 25,570 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 25,463 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 25,206 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 24,805 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 24,734 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 24,274 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 23,250 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 22,210 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 19,185 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 KgF (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 15,247 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,800 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 14,307 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,784 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 9,195 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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VO59 UMU is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VO59 UMU, 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 VO59 UMU registered?

VO59 UMU is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is VO59 UMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO59 UMU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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