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FN05 SSU

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,960 mi
Last recorded40,960 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 SSU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 40,960 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 40,792 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 40,746 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 39,267 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 39,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 38,875 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 38,542 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 38,542 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 37,864 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 37,864 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 37,134 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 36,267 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2016 34,720 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 33,960 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 31,966 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,598 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 24,066 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,857 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 15,440 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 11,984 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 8,059 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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FN05 SSU is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FN05 SSU, 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 FN05 SSU registered?

FN05 SSU is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is FN05 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN05 SSU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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