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FV55 PSX

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,191 mi
Last recorded34,191 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 PSX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 34,191 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 31,076 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 31,074 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 29,903 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 28,348 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 27,439 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 24,925 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 24,705 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 24,287 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 23,385 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 22,958 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 20,627 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 19,369 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,485 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 18,242 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 17,653 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 17,129 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 14,965 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 13,476 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 10,696 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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FV55 PSX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red 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 FV55 PSX, 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 FV55 PSX registered?

FV55 PSX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is FV55 PSX safe to buy?

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Does FV55 PSX have outstanding finance?

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