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MJ55 LFF

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,735 mi
Last recorded22,735 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 LFF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 22,735 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,650 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 22,516 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 22,246 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 21,875 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 21,781 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,427 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 21,045 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 20,271 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 19,625 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 19,413 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 18,962 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 18,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,257 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 16,257 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,552 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 9,650 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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MJ55 LFF is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MJ55 LFF, 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 MJ55 LFF registered?

MJ55 LFF is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is MJ55 LFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ55 LFF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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