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EX05 LFH

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,634 mi
Last recorded37,634 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 LFH
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 37,634 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 36,808 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 36,301 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 35,507 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 33,068 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 32,065 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 31,130 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 28,761 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 26,962 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 25,569 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,434 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 23,794 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 23,794 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,251 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,113 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 18,800 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 15,367 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 12,484 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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EX05 LFH is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EX05 LFH, 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 EX05 LFH?

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What year was EX05 LFH registered?

EX05 LFH is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 April 2005.

Is EX05 LFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 LFH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX05 LFH have outstanding finance?

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