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LV55 AFK

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,739 mi
Last recorded41,739 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 AFK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 41,739 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 41,408 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 41,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 40,975 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 39,514 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 34,423 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 31,477 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 30,107 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 27,377 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 25,815 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 25,520 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 23,789 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 21,408 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 21,358 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 20,818 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 20,818 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 19 Oct 2010 19,970 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 19,970 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 18,396 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 15,059 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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LV55 AFK is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LV55 AFK, 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 LV55 AFK registered?

LV55 AFK is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LV55 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 AFK shows 20 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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