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FY55 VJX

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

43,850 mi
Last recorded43,850 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 VJX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 43,850 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 40,955 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 40,348 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 38,136 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 36,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 35,902 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,074 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 33,074 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 29,417 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,576 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 24,286 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 21,396 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 20,472 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 19,229 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,227 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,727 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 12,224 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,609 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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FY55 VJX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red 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 FY55 VJX, 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 FY55 VJX?

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What year was FY55 VJX registered?

FY55 VJX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is FY55 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 VJX 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.

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