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MM05 UBB

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,974 mi
Last recorded59,974 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 UBB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 59,974 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.07mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Throttle sticks open

Fail 25 Jun 2024 59,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.07mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Throttle sticks open

Pass 28 Jun 2023 58,567 miles

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

front suspension spring corroded not exessive

rear subframe corroded not exessive

Pass 27 May 2021 55,466 miles

suspension components becoming corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2019 55,326 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 51,274 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 45,245 miles

slight damage to offside

Pass 17 May 2016 43,677 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 40,424 miles

rear tyre uneven wear due to over/under inflation

Pass 29 May 2014 36,910 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,185 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 33,426 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 30,398 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 24,911 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 19,164 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 19,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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MM05 UBB is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey 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 MM05 UBB, 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 MM05 UBB registered?

MM05 UBB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is MM05 UBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 UBB 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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