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KM05 EZG

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,556 mi
Last recorded50,556 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 EZG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 50,556 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 50,402 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 44,951 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 43,467 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,096 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 43,096 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 42,944 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 41,465 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 33,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 33,603 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 30,903 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 20,413 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,413 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 17,825 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,681 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,545 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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KM05 EZG is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KM05 EZG, 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 KM05 EZG registered?

KM05 EZG is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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The MOT history for KM05 EZG 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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