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FT05 AYC

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,496 mi
Last recorded33,496 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 AYC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 33,496 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 31,905 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 31,644 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 30,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 29,983 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 29,983 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 29,690 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 29,272 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 28,739 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 27,897 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 27,724 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,544 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 25,585 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 24,942 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 21,621 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 20,067 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 17,854 miles

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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FT05 AYC is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FT05 AYC, 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 FT05 AYC?

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What year was FT05 AYC registered?

FT05 AYC is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is FT05 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT05 AYC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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