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LD55 MKJ

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,850 mi
Last recorded20,850 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2011 20,850 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 10,894 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 9,620 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 9,620 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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LD55 MKJ is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MKJ, 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 LD55 MKJ?

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What year was LD55 MKJ registered?

LD55 MKJ is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LD55 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 MKJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD55 MKJ have outstanding finance?

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