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LV05 ZGM

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,865 mi
Last recorded40,865 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 ZGM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 40,865 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2018 32,987 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 30,615 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 29,912 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,375 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 25,372 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,704 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 18,109 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 15,437 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,052 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 11,162 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 9,652 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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LV05 ZGM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV05 ZGM, 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 LV05 ZGM registered?

LV05 ZGM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is LV05 ZGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 ZGM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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