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LG55 VKB

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,899 mi
Last recorded33,899 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 VKB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 33,899 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Jul 2017 33,899 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 30,690 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 28,893 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 24,526 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 20,284 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 20,284 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 17,236 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,102 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,181 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 13,930 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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LG55 VKB is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LG55 VKB, 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 LG55 VKB registered?

LG55 VKB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is LG55 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 VKB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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