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AF55 SXL

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,273 mi
Last recorded85,273 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 SXL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2023 85,273 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 23 Feb 2021 83,806 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2020 83,623 miles

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

Oil leak behind rear of engine

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 83,126 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 82,842 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 82,472 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 82,047 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 81,935 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 80,842 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 77,814 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 56,797 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 SXL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AF55 SXL, 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 AF55 SXL registered?

AF55 SXL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is AF55 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 SXL shows 11 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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