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LC05 ABO

2005 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,120 mi
Last recorded50,120 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 ABO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 50,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 50,036 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 50,036 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2016 49,067 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,607 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 45,850 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,829 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2012 42,515 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,608 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2010 24,838 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 16,916 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,947 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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LC05 ABO is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LC05 ABO, 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 LC05 ABO registered?

LC05 ABO is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is LC05 ABO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 ABO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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