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LV05 ZHC

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,887 mi
Last recorded60,887 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 ZHC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 60,887 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 60,031 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 57,670 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 55,515 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 54,513 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,822 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 46,855 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 40,514 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 36,225 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 31,219 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 27,157 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 23,724 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 20,569 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 17,481 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 13,757 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,786 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 ZHC is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZHC, 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 LV05 ZHC registered?

LV05 ZHC is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is LV05 ZHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 ZHC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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