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EJ05 WKE

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

37,445 mi
Last recorded37,445 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 WKE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 37,445 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 35,095 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 35,095 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 33,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,074 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 31,506 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake when operated by front brake lever (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 29,420 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front. (4.4.3 (a))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear. (4.4.3 (a))

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 17 Jul 2020 26,084 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 16 May 2019 26,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 25,723 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 25,376 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 24,964 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 24,447 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 22,932 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 17,546 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 16,413 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,671 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

n/s headlight dip beam slightly low

Pass 14 May 2009 12,012 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 9,179 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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EJ05 WKE 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 95%.

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 EJ05 WKE, 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 EJ05 WKE registered?

EJ05 WKE is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is EJ05 WKE safe to buy?

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