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GEZ 5226

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,616 mi
Last recorded37,616 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEZ 5226
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 37,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 35,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 32,129 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 27,050 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 22,284 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 22,284 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 20,703 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 19,050 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 17,749 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 17,545 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 17,537 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2016 17,537 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 17,336 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 17,133 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 14,325 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,416 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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GEZ 5226 is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 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 GEZ 5226, 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 22 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 GEZ 5226?

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What year was GEZ 5226 registered?

GEZ 5226 is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GEZ 5226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEZ 5226 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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