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LD55 EKR

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,421 mi
Last recorded38,421 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 EKR
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 38,421 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 28,861 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 22,485 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 19,836 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 15,432 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 15,432 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2012 14,715 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 14,715 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 10,038 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 6,851 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 2,731 miles

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

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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LD55 EKR is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LD55 EKR, 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.

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What year was LD55 EKR registered?

LD55 EKR is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is LD55 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 EKR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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