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MT05 GHG

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,893 mi
Last recorded30,893 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 GHG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 30,893 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 30,729 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 30,525 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 30,525 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 30,165 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 29,705 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 29,705 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 28,769 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,480 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 23,302 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 21,555 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 18,330 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,918 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 14,429 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 13,457 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 12,061 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 9,877 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 1,917 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 477 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 453 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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MT05 GHG is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey 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 MT05 GHG, 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 MT05 GHG registered?

MT05 GHG is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is MT05 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 GHG 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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