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EK55 UGM

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,282 mi
Last recorded44,282 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 UGM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 44,282 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 42,344 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 40,330 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2022 39,535 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

both tyres wearing out of shape

Pass 22 Oct 2021 37,999 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 36,254 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 34,485 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 33,013 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 30,548 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 28,753 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 26,104 miles

oil leak rear of engine/gearbox

Pass 22 Nov 2014 25,193 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 23,402 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 21,389 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 19,048 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 16,561 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,622 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 11,393 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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EK55 UGM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey 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 EK55 UGM, 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 EK55 UGM registered?

EK55 UGM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is EK55 UGM safe to buy?

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