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KS54 HNL

2005 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

97,882 mi
Last recorded97,882 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 HNL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 97,882 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 96,974 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Nov 2022 94,486 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 90,726 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 89,652 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 87,522 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 83,093 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 79,707 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 78,656 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 76,645 miles

clutch fluid low

Pass 22 Jul 2013 74,927 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 74,927 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 69,304 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 69,304 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 63,801 miles

Plug rear tyre.

Fail 3 Sep 2011 63,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Plug rear tyre.

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 56,508 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 41,889 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 14,735 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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KS54 HNL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KS54 HNL, 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 KS54 HNL registered?

KS54 HNL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is KS54 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 HNL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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