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AF55 SWX

2005 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,190 mi
Last recorded22,190 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 SWX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 22,190 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 20,953 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 20,757 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 20,594 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 19,786 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 17,333 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 16,799 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 16,712 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 16,712 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 16,214 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,817 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 15,399 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 15,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 14,097 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 13,097 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 10,659 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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AF55 SWX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AF55 SWX, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 SWX?

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What year was AF55 SWX registered?

AF55 SWX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is AF55 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 SWX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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