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LG05 JZT

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

45,320 mi
Last recorded45,320 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 JZT
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 45,320 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 41,416 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 41,416 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 38,474 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 37,219 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 37,203 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,433 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 33,468 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 33,025 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 31,403 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 30,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 30,293 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 29,540 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 29,540 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 28,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 27,322 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 24,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2011 2,181 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 21,642 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 19,216 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 17,324 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,787 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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LG05 JZT is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LG05 JZT, 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 LG05 JZT registered?

LG05 JZT is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LG05 JZT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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