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VO59 VYA

2009 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,410 mi
Last recorded30,410 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW R120023,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 30,410 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 29,356 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 27,718 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 24,849 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 24,656 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 24,537 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 24,210 miles

Drive shaft rubber boot slightly split

Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 22,169 miles

Drive shaft rubber boot split

Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 13,068 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 13,068 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 12,869 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 11,703 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 10,657 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 9,370 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 8,095 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 VYA is a 2009 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 VYA, 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 VYA registered?

VO59 VYA is a 2009 BMW R1200, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is VO59 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO59 VYA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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