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LA05 GZG

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,760 mi
Last recorded31,760 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 GZG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 31,760 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 28,599 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 25,587 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 21,721 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 17,259 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 16,542 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2020 16,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 16,481 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 16,481 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 16,217 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 15,132 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2016 15,078 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2015 14,809 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 13,081 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 11,880 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,593 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 11,464 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 9,429 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 8,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 5,705 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 5,099 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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LA05 GZG is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LA05 GZG, 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 LA05 GZG registered?

LA05 GZG is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is LA05 GZG safe to buy?

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