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MK55 NXB

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,514 mi
Last recorded48,514 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 NXB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 48,514 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 48,514 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 43,329 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 43,329 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,207 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 39,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 35,929 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 32,092 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,515 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 21,615 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 16,646 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 11,623 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 7,772 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 2,411 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 2,165 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 1,653 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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MK55 NXB is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MK55 NXB, 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 MK55 NXB registered?

MK55 NXB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is MK55 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK55 NXB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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