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HK05 YWM

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,133 mi
Last recorded51,133 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 YWM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 51,133 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 50,871 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 50,583 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 50,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 49,897 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 49,897 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 48,954 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 46,805 miles

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

Rear tyre worn very square

Pass 7 Jun 2018 38,750 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 33,158 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 29,341 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 25,750 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 22,109 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 22,109 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 20,446 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 19,773 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 17,195 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,182 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

after market exhust slightly louder than standard item

Pass 23 May 2009 11,292 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 8,812 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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HK05 YWM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 HK05 YWM, 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 HK05 YWM registered?

HK05 YWM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is HK05 YWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 YWM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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