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LN05 GLK

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,290 mi
Last recorded50,290 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 GLK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 50,290 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 48,147 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 46,613 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 44,887 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 41,265 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 40,515 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 40,095 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 38,227 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 36,086 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 36,086 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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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LN05 GLK is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LN05 GLK, 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 LN05 GLK?

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What year was LN05 GLK registered?

LN05 GLK is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LN05 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 GLK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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