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DA05 JBV

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,539 mi
Last recorded47,539 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 JBV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 47,539 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 47,058 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 46,327 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 43,463 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 43,366 miles

both front indicators going white

brake failure light on dash all brakes are very good and pulling up no problems

wear patton on both tyres

Pass 15 May 2019 41,819 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 40,385 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 39,049 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 36,905 miles

tyre wear patton on front

Fail 27 Apr 2016 36,905 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.5.1b)

tyre wear patton on front

Pass 1 May 2015 34,750 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,618 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 32,896 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 30,025 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 28,785 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,307 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

front and rear tyres have small cuts

Pass 15 Jul 2009 19,565 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,994 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 14,994 miles

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 14,856 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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DA05 JBV is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA05 JBV, 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 DA05 JBV registered?

DA05 JBV is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is DA05 JBV safe to buy?

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