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A7 RKL

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,160 mi
Last recorded13,160 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 RKL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 13,160 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 12,984 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 12,895 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 12,813 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 12,736 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 12,542 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,409 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 12,074 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 11,779 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 11,514 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,362 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 10,956 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 10,674 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,179 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,847 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 9,047 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 8,551 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 7,578 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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A7 RKL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 26,660 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 A7 RKL, 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 21 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 RKL registered?

A7 RKL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is A7 RKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 RKL shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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