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KV05 AXR

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,823 mi
Last recorded37,823 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 AXR
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 37,823 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 37,588 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 37,306 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 36,816 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 36,403 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 36,118 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 35,871 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 35,092 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 34,189 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 32,458 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 31,338 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 30,257 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 28,520 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,066 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 23,109 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 20,136 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,925 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,018 miles

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

front tyre starting perish and crack

Pass 16 Sep 2008 10,136 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 8,615 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 8,615 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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KV05 AXR is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 KV05 AXR, 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 KV05 AXR?

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What year was KV05 AXR registered?

KV05 AXR is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is KV05 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 AXR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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