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GS05 RAT

2005 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,553 mi
Last recorded29,553 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS05 RAT
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 29,553 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 28,812 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 28,367 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 28,138 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 26,424 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,809 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 22,025 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 18,716 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 15,519 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 9,779 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 9,744 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 9,594 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,145 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 6,728 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 5,745 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 4,645 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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GS05 RAT is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GS05 RAT, 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 GS05 RAT?

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What year was GS05 RAT registered?

GS05 RAT is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is GS05 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS05 RAT shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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